Ms. Grace Osei

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Ms. Grace Osei

Director, Member Engagement

Ms. Grace Osei is a dynamic supply chain and procurement professional with over 15 years of progressive experience across logistics, procurement, and operations management within West Africa and beyond. Known for her leadership in fostering professional communities and advancing supply chain development initiatives, she plays a central role in promoting member engagement and institutional growth within the Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Management.

Grace is passionate about empowering professionals through mentorship, education, and strategic collaboration. Her work reflects a deep commitment to enhancing visibility, inclusiveness, and professional excellence among members of the global supply chain community

Educational Background

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Supply Chain Management – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana

  • Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Procurement and Logistics – University of Cape Coast, Ghana
  • Chartered Professional Certification in Supply Chain Leadership (CPSCL) – Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Specialists (CISCS), United Kingdom
  • Certificate in Digital Procurement Transformation – International Trade Centre (ITC)

Professional Experience

  1. Director, Member Engagement
    Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Specialists (CISCS)
    2022 – Present
  • Leads the Institute’s membership growth and retention strategies across Africa and other international regions.
  • Oversees chapter development, ensuring local representation aligns with the global strategic objectives of CISCS.
  • Designs and implements programs to enhance member satisfaction, visibility, and participation in professional activities.
  • Coordinates professional networking events, webinars, and mentorship programs.
  1. Regional Supply Chain Manager
    West Africa Distribution Services Ltd (WADIS)
    2016 – 2022
  • Managed end-to-end procurement and logistics operations across Ghana, Nigeria, and Côte d’Ivoire.
  • Achieved a 15% cost reduction through supplier optimization and contract renegotiation.
  • Implemented sustainable sourcing frameworks that improved supplier performance and environmental compliance.
  1. Procurement and Logistics Officer
    Unilever Ghana Ltd
    2010 – 2016
  • Streamlined inventory management and warehousing operations for major product lines.
  • Developed a vendor evaluation system that improved on-time delivery performance by 20%.

Supported the rollout of SAP procurement integration across departments.

Areas of Expertise

  • Strategic Procurement and Contract Management
  • Member Engagement and Institutional Development
  • Supply Chain Operations and Optimization
  • Supplier Relationship and Performance Management
  • Capacity Building and Professional Development
  • Sustainable and Ethical Supply Chains

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

  • Fellow, Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Specialists (CISCS)
  • Member, Ghana Institute of Procurement and Supply (GIPS)
  • Member, African Women in Logistics Network (AWLN)
  • Advisory Board Member, West African Supply Chain Professionals Forum (WASCPF)

Publications & Speaking Engagements

  • “Empowering African Supply Chain Professionals Through Local Innovation” – Keynote, 2024 Africa Logistics Forum, Nairobi.
  • “Digitizing Procurement for Sustainable Growth” – Published in the Journal of African Supply Chain Management (2023).
  • Frequent speaker at CISCS webinars, mentoring sessions, and regional conferences.

Awards & Recognitions

  • Outstanding Leadership Award in Supply Chain Development, CISCS (2023)
  • Top 50 Women in Logistics and Procurement, Africa Edition, Supply Chain Africa Magazine (2022)
  • Member Excellence Award, CISCS (2021)

Professional Philosophy

True supply chain excellence is built not only on systems and processes, but on people — connected, empowered, and inspired to make a difference.