Category: Professional Development
Upskilling Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: Learning from China and Elevating U.S. Competencies
Introduction Procurement and Sourcing talent is one of the hottest commodities in a highly disrupted supply chain environment. Emerging technologies, geopolitical volatility, and trade wars strain the limits of existing skillsets while reducing access to once vibrant trade and sourcing partners. Without adequate upskilling and long-range forecasting skills, supply chain practices can falter and lag behind competitors. Procurement and strategic sourcing professionals have long driven success in these circles. And as Cameron Johnson highlights on a recent edition of the Bloomberg Odd Lots Podcast, companies are now asking, “How do we get talent in different areas that we need [...]
Map Your Supply Chain Career: Functions, Industries, Company Types, and Trends
Supply Chain Career Catalyst Series: Episode 2 Summary: Turn clarity into action. Use the SCOR lens to see role options, understand how industries and company types change the work, and ride the trends shaping tomorrow’s supply chain careers. Key Takeaways The same job title can mean very different work from company to company; context matters. Use the SCOR map (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Enable) to scan role families and find your lane. Industry choice changes day-to-day reality; manufacturing, retail/wholesale, and enabler ecosystems each create different paths. Company type and [...]
Intentional Reflection & Strategic Career Moves
Supply Chain Career Catalyst — with Rodney Apple, Chris Gaffney, and Mike Ogle Summary: Use intentional reflection, objective tools, and practical networking to make smarter career moves in supply chain. This companion distills the episode’s best ideas into clear steps you can act on today. Key Takeaways Treat your career like you are the CEO of it. Plan with intention and avoid purely emotional decisions. Most supply chain careers are not linear; think like a climber who sometimes moves sideways to move up. Use structured self-assessment tools and real [...]
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 [...]
Inside 3 Top Supply Chain University Programs – How They’re Building Tomorrow’s Leaders (Part 1)
Discover how three top supply chain university programsare preparing the next generation of supply chain leaders.
Don’t Get Left Behind By AI – Climbing The AI Ladder in Your Supply Chain Career
Rather than getting overwhelmed by AI hype, walk through a practical, six-step framework to climb the AI supply chain ladder.
Older Workers: Positioning Yourself Effectively for a Supply Chain Job
Reasons why age in the workforce can be a positive and how older workers can best position themselves for a supply chain job.
Who Holds the Cards Now? Inside the Shifting Supply Chain Job Market
Introduction: Supply Chain Job Market Pendulum Swings Back Towards Employers The supply chain job market has undergone a significant shift over the past 12–18 months. Just as talent shortages defined the post-COVID era, we're now entering a more uncertain phase. The pendulum has swung. Demand signals are uneven. Investment is under scrutiny. And many professionals are asking the same question: What should I do now? The supply chain market from 2019-2025 has undergone a lot of shifts. Supply chain employers were firmly in control in 2019, but that began to change during the pandemic. Supply chain skills and experience [...]
From Code to COO: An Unconventional Path to Logistics Leadership – with Erin Mitchell
In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast, we sit down with Jenny Harrison, a seasoned beverage supply chain leader.
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 [...]
