sylvia siema
@sylviasiema
Senior supply chain professional driving cost efficiency, procurement excellence and operational reliability.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior supply chain and logistics professional with over 14 years of experience leading procurement, warehousing, distribution and supplier relations across multiple industries. I specialize in translating data into actionable improvements, implementing sourcing strategies and driving process improvements that deliver measurable savings.
At Simba Corporation I led procurement and contract negotiations, improved supplier performance and implemented cost optimization initiatives that increased operational consistency by 30% and delivered tangible savings. Previously, I reduced inventory losses by 25% at Mantrac Kenya and improved inventory variance and parts revenue through targeted planning and supplier management.
I am proficient with ERP and analytics tools (including SAP WM, Oracle NetSuite, Oracle OTM and Tableau) and I bring strong stakeholder engagement, compliance oversight and people management skills. I am seeking a senior role that values strategic supply chain leadership and operational excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Supply Chain Officer
Simba Corporation Ltd.
Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Led procurement and supply chain activities, streamlining supplier management to improve operational consistency by 30% and delivering cost optimization through spend analysis and contract negotiations.
Senior Warehouse and Logistics Officer
Mantrac Kenya Ltd.
Aug 2014 - Dec 2020 (6 years 4 months)
Directed warehouse operations and inbound/outbound logistics, implementing tracking systems that reduced inventory losses by 25% and leading training initiatives to improve operational capabilities.
Supply & Warehouse Officer
Tata Africa Holdings Kenya Ltd.
Aug 2010 - Jul 2014 (3 years 11 months)
Managed parts ordering and warehousing, driving 22% growth in parts revenue and reducing inventory variances by 20% through improved demand forecasting and reorder controls.
Supply Chain Clerk
CMC Motors Group
May 2009 - Aug 2009 (3 months)
Supported supply chain clerical duties including documentation and parts coordination to assist operational continuity during the tenure.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Presbyterian University of East Africa
Master's in Strategic Management, Strategic Management
Completed a Master's degree in Strategic Management focusing on strategic planning and leadership in organizational contexts.
MTMasinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Business Management, Purchasing
Completed a Bachelor of Business Management with a focus on purchasing and procurement practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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