Supply Chain Vendor & Network Optimization Specialist

JD.COM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Joybuy, JD.com’s Europe retail platform, seeks a senior Supply Chain professional to design warehouse networks, drive automation, and lead cross-border logistics initiatives in the UK/Europe. You’ll analyse data, optimize SOPs, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to deliver cost-efficient expansion.

We value strong stakeholder management, English fluency, and experience across warehouse operations and project delivery in complex environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, warehouse network design, logistics engineering, warehouse operations, or supply chain project management.
• Solid understanding of warehouse network planning, warehouse operations, and logistics processes, with knowledge of warehouse automation and intelligent logistics solutions.
• Proven experience in vendor management and cross-functional project delivery within a complex business environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to identify opportunities and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence across multiple functions.
• Fluent in English. Mandarin is a plus. Experience in European supply chains, e-commerce, or cross-border logistics is highly preferred.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills with the ability to bridge Chinese and Western business practices and build effective collaboration across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse Network Planning and Layout: Based on business characteristics and market trends, design warehouse network layout plans (site selection, functional area planning, equipment selection) to optimize end‑to‑end efficiency across warehousing, transportation, and delivery to support rapid business expansion and cost control.
• Automation and Process Innovation: Research warehouse automation equipment and technologies, and design intelligent sorting and storage solutions. Drive the implementation of new processes, optimize operational workflows, improve labor and space efficiency, and reduce operating costs.
• Data‑Driven and Process Optimization: Analyze supply chain operation data (e.g., inventory turnover, fulfillment lead time), identify bottlenecks, and propose improvement plans. Develop standardized operating procedures (SOPs), drive system function iterations, and enhance end‑to‑end collaboration efficiency.
• Project Management and Implementation: Lead new warehouse construction, relocation, and renovation projects. Coordinate with suppliers and internal resources, monitor construction progress and quality, and ensure that planned solutions are implemented efficiently to achieve expected returns.
• Supplier and Cost Management: Screen and manage logistics service providers, optimize procurement processes and cost structures. Reduce construction and operating costs through negotiation and data analysis, and improve return on investment (ROI).
• Cross‑Department Collaboration and Innovation: Collaborate with product, R&D, sales, and marketing teams to drive the intelligent upgrade of the supply chain system. Explore new business models (e.g., cross‑border, private domain operations), and deliver industry‑specific solutions to enhance supply chain competitiveness.

Job description

Joybuy, JD.com’s Europe retail platform, seeks a senior Supply Chain professional to design warehouse networks, drive automation, and lead cross-border logistics initiatives in the UK/Europe. You’ll analyse data, optimize SOPs, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to deliver cost-efficient expansion.

We value strong stakeholder management, English fluency, and experience across warehouse operations and project delivery in complex environments.