Eïda Ouchtar is an expert in data analytics and optimization, focusing on humanitarian logistics. She holds Master's degrees in engineering and operations research, providing her with a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making. Her experience spans various fields, including airline network optimization and supply chain management.
While at the World Food Programme, she developed a supply chain planning solution implemented across nine countries, significantly advancing the organization’s food security efforts. Before joining HELP Logistics, Eïda was a research analyst at the Center for Humanitarian Logistics and Regional Development (CHORD), a joint operational research center between Kühne Logistics University and HELP Logistics.
In her current role at HELP Logistics, Eïda leverages her expertise to support humanitarian organizations in enhancing their supply chain planning and preparedness initiatives, driving efficiency and resilience in challenging environments.
Networks
Professional Experience
| Since 2025 | Supply Chain Consultant, HELP Logistics, Hamburg, Germany |
| 2023 - 2025 | Research Analyst, CHORD - Center for Humanitarian Logistics and Regional Development, Kühne Logistics University, Hamburg, Germany |
| 2020 - 2023 | Supply Chain Planning Consultant, World Food Programme, Rome, Italy |
| 2019 - 2020 | Operations Research Engineer, Airbus, Toulouse, France |
| 2018 | Intern, Air France, Paray-Vieille-Poste, France |
| 2017 | Intern, Peugeot Chile, Santiago, Chile |
| 2016 - 2017 | Intern, DPF Solutions, SNCF Reseau, Saint Denis, France |
| 2015 | Research Intern, Centre National de Recherches Métérologiques, Toulouse, France |
Education
| 2017 - 2018 | Master of Science in Operations Research, CNAM - Centre National des Arts et Métiers, Toulouse, France |
| 2014 - 2018 | Master of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science, Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées, Champs-sur-Marne, France |
| 2012 - 2014 | Classes préparatoires aux grandes ecoles Pierre de Fermat, Toulouse, France |
Publications
A swift disaster response depends on effective preparedness measures, and prepositioning relief stocks is one key preparedness strategy. By strategically positioning supplies near potential crisis zones, humanitarian actors can reduce response times and costs. However, prepositioning faces significant challenges, including limited funding, poor stock management, insufficient visibility, and weak coordination across the humanitarian sector. The Emergency Supply Prepositioning Strategy (ESUPS) initiative addresses these pressing challenges through its three pillars: Data collection, data analysis, and advocacy and communications. ESUPS’ STOCKHOLM platform (STOCK of Humanitarian Organisations Logistics Mapping) aggregates, visualises, and analyses data on prepositioned relief stocks. Through its platform and its advocacy and communications efforts, ESUPS enables better coordination and strategic decision-making in logistics.
