Olamide Olusegun is an academic and practitioner in the field of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, currently serving as a lecturer at the School of Business and Creative Industries at the University of the West of Scotland. With a strong academic foundation and extensive practical experience, her expertise spans across Humanitarian Supply Chain Management, Public Procurement, and Qualitative Research Methodologies. The focus of scholarly work is deeply rooted in understanding the complexities of supply chain operations within both commercial and humanitarian contexts, ensuring that theoretical insights are effectively applied to real-world challenges.

Her research efforts critically examine the operational frameworks governing humanitarian aid delivery, employing advanced methodologies to shape effective procurement policies. A strong emphasis is placed on transparency, accountability, and ethical resource allocation in crisis management scenarios. By conducting case study analyses and assessing current industry practices, innovative strategies are identified to enhance efficiency and responsiveness in supply chain systems, particularly during emergencies.

Beyond the academic role, her responsibilities extend to serving as Executive Administrator and Research Programme Manager at the Centre of African Research on Enterprise and Economic Development (CAREED) and as the Chair, Operation Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Academy for African Studies (AFAS). This position involves leading transformative research initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable economic development across Africa. The work focuses on fostering innovative enterprise solutions that leverage local resources, create employment opportunities, and drive community-based growth.

Her key contribution to academia is through supporting doctoral candidates within the CAREED Seminar Series at the University of the West of Scotland. This initiative provides an enriching academic environment where PhD candidates and emerging researchers engage in structured discussions, present their research progress, and receive constructive feedback from both peers and faculty members. These interactions play a vital role in refining research methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and academic discourse, ultimately contributing to the professional growth of early-career researchers.

Through extensive contributions to research, teaching, and professional development, her commitment is demonstrated towards advancing supply chain management as a discipline. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, valuable insights are provided that influence both business operations and humanitarian initiatives. Additionally, professional affiliations include membership in the British Academy of Management and the Chartered Association of Business Schools, further reinforcing active engagement in the wider academic and professional community.