Category: Professionals
Director of Business Development Job Description
Director of Business Development This Director of Business Development job description will help you to better understand the position's needs and value. Growing a business, establishing new connections and finding opportunities is extremely important and that’s the true role of a Director of Business Development. People in this role are known for being great at fostering connections, yet they are also generous and know how to access the right connections that eventually help grow and expand your business. On top of that, the Director of Business Development is usually the face of your company for prospective partners. The director [...]
Remote Logistics Jobs & How to Land Them
Introduction As remote work continues to become more of the norm, more job seekers and employees are looking for ways to transition into a remote career. Logistics recruiters work hard to provide career growth opportunities for qualified candidates. At this time, there are certainly more jobs than qualified logistics professionals to fill them - and a lot of the positions are remote. What are remote transportation and logistics jobs? Remote logistics jobs are positions in the logistics field that can be done from anywhere with an internet connection. Roles in supply chain management, transportation management, inventory management, and more [...]
Second Round Interview Questions | How to Answer
Now that you’ve completed the first interview screen and have been contacted regarding the next round, it’s time to prepare for the second round interview questions. The questions in the second round can be much more in-depth than the first round interview questions.
Podcast: The Journey of Creating a Supply Chain Consulting Business, with the founders of Profit Point Inc.
Listen to our 57th Supply Chain Careers Series Episode featuring Alan Kosansky and Jim Piermarini, co-founders of Profit Point Inc.
Podcast: A Day In The Life of a Warehouse and Distribution Professional
In this episode of A Day in the Life of a Supply Chain Professional podcast, host Rodney Apple interviews Charles Weaver, a veteran in warehousing and distribution with 29 years of experience.
Podcast: From Corporate Supply Chain to Entrepreneurship, with Oakmont Founder, Lindsey Walker
Listen to our 56th Supply Chain Careers Series Episode featuring Oakmont Founder, Lindsey Walker
Why Supply Chain Transformations Fail
Introduction Supply Chain transformations fail because of poor planning. That's the most succinct and oversimplified way to put it. Historically in large and small companies, change and transformation were viewed as a periodic event. In many cases, businesses did not place a special focus or dedicate resources to manage the change as a structured event. Instead, they would muscle in and reactively deal with the impacts, issues, and challenges. In a few companies, an effort was made to intentionally deal with the change, invest in resources and skill sets to do it well. For those companies, the chance of [...]
Bare Minimum Mondays Reflects Gen Z Workplace Influence
Bare Minimum Mondays might pressure employers to accommodate Gen Z workers into the future - but maybe not as much in Supply Chain.
The Evolution of the HR Business Partner, with Mona Kelly
Listen to our 3rd Supply Chain Talent Building and Engagement Podcast Series Episode featuring Mona Kelly, Founder of Symmetry Coaching, LLC.
How to Write Job Descriptions That Attract Top Supply Chain Talent
INTRODUCTION Supply chain job descriptions can be the first weapon in your arsenal to attract top talent. The competition for top supply chain talent is fierce these days. Unfortunately, a lot of companies treat their job descriptions as a necessary evil instead of a strategic marketing tool. These companies have yet to learn that there’s a strong association between a company’s job postings and its brand image. In other words, posting bad job descriptions can have a negative impact on a company’s brand image and deter the best candidates from applying. The demand for top supply chain talent has [...]
