Supply Chain Supervisor
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The Supply Chain Supervisor owns Five Keys' supply chain from purchase order to site delivery, across all our hospitality projects in Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. Based in Hong Kong and reporting to the Director Asia, they lead the supply chain team and are the supply chain partner of management, project teams and our hubs. The role combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution for someone who wants full ownership of a function and the freedom to shape how it runs.
Key responsibilities
Accountable for the full supply chain of every project, from order placement through production readiness, shipping and delivery to handover on site
Define the logistics strategy per project (routes, transport modes, consolidation, partners and timeline), aligned with the project schedule and the client's requirements
Make supply chain decisions within scope, balancing cost, time and risk, and elevate early to management with a recommended solution
Ensure orders, production, shipments and site needs stay aligned across all departments
Build, manage and evaluate a reliable network of forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, warehouses and transport companies across destinations
Negotiate rates, payment terms and service levels, and hold partners to their commitments
Own the logistics budget per project: provide logistics costs for tenders and quotations, track actual against budget and explain any gaps
Anticipate supply chain risks and put mitigation plans in place
Ensure import and export compliance in every destination country: Incoterms, customs classification, certificates, insurance and duty exemptions
Lead, train and develop the supply chain team, and grow it as the business grows
About you
Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Trade or a related discipline
5+ years' experience in international logistics or supply chain, including full ownership of a logistics scope, ideally in project cargo, furniture, FF&E or hospitality
Strong command of international shipping from Asia: ocean (FCL, LCL, consolidation), air, Incoterms, customs and trade compliance
Experience with imports into Africa is a strong plus
Confident negotiator who builds lasting partnerships with service providers
Analytical and decisive: makes data‑driven decisions and takes ownership of the outcome
Highly skilled in Excel, with ERP experience (Odoo is a plus)
Clear communicator in a multicultural team spread across three continents, calm and organised under pressure
Fluent in written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin
About us
At Five Keys, we provide one‑stop‑shop FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) and OS&E (Operating Supplies & Equipment) procurement services for the hospitality industry. Our tailor‑made approach allows us to deliver complete turnkey solutions for projects ranging from hotels and residences to workplaces and other hospitality venues. With a global presence on three continents, we ensure exceptional service and quality. As hospitality enthusiasts, we are an international, vibrant, and agile team, headquartered in Europe and with offices in Asia and Africa.
Full‑time position with attractive benefits
Full ownership of a key function in a growing international company
Dynamic, international environment that values agility, collaboration, and creativity
Based in Hong Kong, with occasional travel to factories and project sites