Ruth Kidd
About Ruth Kidd
Ruth Kidd is a Supply Chain Manager at Sightsavers in London, England, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in humanitarian supply chain management, having held positions at organizations such as Save the Children International and the British Red Cross Society.
Work at Sightsavers
Ruth Kidd has served as the Supply Chain Manager at Sightsavers since 2021. In this role, she focuses on managing the logistics and supply chain operations to support the organization's mission. Her responsibilities include overseeing temperature-sensitive shipments and ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practice and MHRA guidelines. Ruth's expertise in sustainable procurement and localization aligns with Sightsavers' commitment to effective and responsible supply chain management.
Previous Experience in Humanitarian Supply Chain Management
Prior to her current position, Ruth worked at Save the Children International as the Global Humanitarian Supply Chain Manager from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, she was responsible for managing logistics and supply chain strategies for humanitarian responses. Additionally, she held various roles at Save the Children UK, including Humanitarian Logistics Officer and Grants Administrator, where she contributed to logistics planning and grant management.
Education and Expertise
Ruth Kidd holds a Master of Science degree in International Security from the University of Bristol, which she completed in 2008. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in International Development and Theology from the University of Leeds in 2006. Ruth specializes in medical supply chains, particularly for treating Neglected Tropical Diseases such as Trachoma, Onchocerciasis, and Hydrocele Lymphatic Filariasis. Her expertise extends to managing temperature-sensitive shipments and conducting route risk assessments for shipments across Africa.
Background in Emergency Logistics
Ruth has significant experience in emergency logistics, having supported responses in various countries, including Nepal, Yemen, Syria, Indonesia, Mozambique, and Venezuela. She was a Steering Group Member for the Emergency Supply Prepositioning Strategy (ESUPS) from 2019 to 2021, contributing to strategic planning for humanitarian supply chains. Her background also includes roles at the British Red Cross Society and Skillshare International, where she gained valuable insights into logistics and project management.