Author: Josh
Supply Chain Management Salary Calculator
Introduction Supply chain management has become a highly sought-after field. This is also a bit of a catch-all term. It can include procurement, transportation, and logistics, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, operations, plant management, and so much more. If your career path falls under this umbrella, then you could be in line for a lucrative promotion. But before you get too far down the path of accepting a job offer, it’s important to know your worth and to determine how to calculate your supply chain management salary. The Value of Supply Chain Sectors If you’re reading this, it means that you’ve [...]
AI Workforce Transformation Not Uniform Across Supply Chain Jobs
Introduction Artificial intelligence is not just a technological transition; it’s a workforce transition. Open source models, large language models, and platforms that can code in most any language have evened the playing field in a number of ways. We’ve mentioned the AI analytics supply chain ladder in our last podcast, which outlines an approach for all employees and leaders across the workforce to advance their capabilities. But we haven’t discussed how AI’s impact will be felt. Where, when, and how AI begins to shift the landscape is a topic that needs exploring further. We’ll discuss how it will impact [...]
Specialized Recruiters – Why Companies Prefer Them for Supply Chain Hiring
Specialized recruiters are experts in their field with deeper and broader relationships and better access to specialized talent.
Supply Chain Management Hiring in 2025: Building Resilience, Embracing AI & Optimizing Logistics
Introduction As 2025 unfolds, supply chain management remains at the epicenter of global business strategy. With economic volatility, shifting trade policies, labor shortages, and accelerating technologies disrupting traditional practices, organizations can no longer afford to operate with outdated leadership models. This year, more than ever, companies must focus on upgrading their supply chain leadership—not only to navigate disruption but to drive growth, digitization, and long-term resiliency. For employers struggling to find, evaluate, and secure top talent, the most strategic path forward lies in partnering withspecialized supply chain recruiters who understand the terrain and can deliver results more efficiently and [...]
Procurement vs. Purchasing in 2025: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters More Than Ever
Introduction Purchasing vs. procurement can be tricky for those who aren’t familiar with the inner workings of supply chain disciplines. In short, purchasing is simply the act of buying something. It is but one component of procurement. Whereas procurement is a whole series of activities that help create supply. Procurement: the obtaining or purchasing of goods or services, typically for business purposes and often on a large scale. Purchasing: A specific part of the procurement process. In 2025, America is experiencing shifts in procurement trends based on both supplier shifts and purchasing capacities of various nation-states and consumer activities. [...]
