Supply Chain Solutions Specialist

Job Purpose

Job Purpose

 

As a Supply Chain Solutions Specialist, you will build and manage customized supply chain solutions enabling client delivery across a range of localization and/or data services projects, as well as support some of the more demanding solutions. This includes, but is not limited to onboarding and qualification, financials, risk, compliance, contracting, reporting and supplier performance management.

You will be expected to take ownership and lead assigned business area or initiative(s), ensuring their performance and/or progress meet expectations.

 

About LXD

 

Did you know that more than 7,000 languages are spoken around the world? Language defines the art of communication. It is how we connect with friends and family, and how we ultimately unlock understanding. The LXD offers clients access to the world’s largest linguistic network, including more than 1,600 in-house translators and in excess of 29,000 freelance specialists, whose cultural and technical expertise underpin 24/7 service provision in over 80 countries.

Job Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a supply chain specialist, providing solutions to internal teams supporting client delivery.
• Analyze current and future requirements for assigned accounts and design, build, and/or manage customized supply chain solutions using the existing database of global partners and the AI Community.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all relevant information is accurate and up to date.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers supporting assigned programs.
• Provide ongoing support to suppliers regarding client-specific requirements, processes, and issue resolution.
• Proactively identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement within workflows and processes.
• Manage and monitor supplier performance for assigned accounts.

Skills & Experience

 

• 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, vendor management, project management, or a similar role, preferably within the localization and/or data services industry.
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and manage tasks independently, while seeking guidance when needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and positive approach.
• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving results.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), including functions such as VLOOKUP.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work with data, perform analysis, and present actionable insights, recommendations, and reports.

 

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Life at RWS

 

Life at RWS - If you like the idea of working with smart people who are passionate about breaking down language barriers and giving back to their communities, then you’ll love life at RWS. 

 

Our purpose is to unlock global understanding. This means our work fundamentally recognizes the value of every language and culture. So, we celebrate difference, we are inclusive and believe that diversity makes us strong. We want every employee to grow as an individual and excel in their career. 

 

In return, we expect all our people to live by the values that unite us: to partner with colleagues and clients, to adopt a pioneering spirit, to be positive in progressing the work we do, and always to deliver what we promise. 

 

RWS embraces DEI and promotes equal opportunity, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. RWS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at RWS are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation. RWS will not tolerate discrimination based on any of these characteristics.