Tag: manufacturing recruiters
Recent Impacts on Global Supply Chain Management
Introduction Today’s supply chain is more impacted by change and disruption than in years past. It could be argued that this is the era of disruption in global supply chain management. Normal has been replaced by rapid transformations in technology, talent, climate, and war. Resilience, agility, and a thorough understanding of the shifting and volatile global landscape are more important now than ever. Instability reigns supreme, requiring a steady hand and an eye to the future. The ability to press forward and understand actions above rhetoric and bluster holds greater value than ever. Holding fast to proven methods and [...]
Global Logistics Predictions in 2025
Introduction The world of global trade and supply chain management is evolving rapidly, influenced by shifts in policy, technology, and labor dynamics. Christopher Wall, Co-Founder and CEO of Zeus Logics, shared his expertise on these critical topics during a recent Supply Chain Careers Podcast. This article captures the essence of Wall's insights, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead as we approach 2025 under a new U.S. administration. From tariffs to automation, and labor markets to geopolitical shifts, Wall provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of global trade. A Career Rooted in Supply [...]
Supplier Relationship Management Takes Center Stage in 2025
Supplier relationship management takes on an important role as 2025 kicks off. The unsettled nature of vendor relationships becomes even more tenuous as the United States transitions to a new administration focused on increasing domestic revenue production.
Navigating Supply Chain Risk Management in Post Election Climate
Introduction In the aftermath of an election, the intersection of politics, trade policies, and talent development becomes more pronounced. For supply chain leaders, this means navigating an intricate landscape where regulations, labor trends, and market dynamics converge. Supply chain risk management emerges as a critical strategy to ensure resilience and adaptability. This blog synthesizes insights from experts Chris Gaffney, Michael Ogle, Rodney Apple, and Chris Wall, who discuss how executives can prepare for and thrive in these changing times. Election Impacts on Trade and Supply Chains Chris Gaffney highlights that election cycles inherently bring uncertainty, [...]
Supply Chain Executives Weigh in On Manufacturing Operations Talent Shortages Threatening US Investments
By Chris Gaffney and Joshua Stack Introduction A creeping imbalance in the supply chain talent world could threaten to disrupt American manufacturing investments. Not enough people have manufacturing operations experience. As billions flow into manufacturing plants, we don’t have enough talented people who know how to run them. Manufacturing centers are struggling to retain frontline employees while having even more difficulty finding and retaining qualified people to manage the plants. Why is this happening, you ask? In part because too many people graduate from college and get swept up by consulting and analytic services as high-paid “analysts” without first [...]
Leading Through Change: Lessons from Rick McDonald on Supply Chain Success and Resilience
Introduction: A Career Shaped by Supply Chain Excellence Rick McDonald, former Chief Supply Chain Officer at Clorox, exemplifies a career built on embracing challenges, continuous learning, and strategic leadership. With roots in Frito-Lay’s demanding operational culture and a leadership philosophy honed through years of navigating complex supply chain crises, McDonald’s story offers invaluable insights for professionals aspiring to reach the upper echelons of supply chain leadership. In this blog, we’ll explore McDonald’s reflections on career growth, overcoming operational hurdles, fostering resilience, and preparing for a digitally transformed future. The Spark: Discovering a Passion for Supply [...]
What’s going on with American Manufacturing?
Discover the power of an agile supply chain: adapt quickly to consumer demands and stay ahead of the competition.
Manufacturing Career Paths
Manufacturing career paths include jobs inside and outside the plant. In today’s supply chain environment, these positions are changing rapidly and providing a lot of career growth and opportunity. Manufacturing jobs produce goods and services across wide ranges of industries. Most every industry relies on manufacturing of some sort to produce, house, maintain, and repair goods or allocate services. While some of these careers can be attained via specialized job boards, the higher end leadership and c-suite positions should be sought with the help of manufacturing recruiters and executive search firms. Manufacturing Career Paths: Inside the Plant Career paths [...]
Building a Manufacturing and Supply Chain Career with Michael Meeth
This article recounts a podcast interview we did with Tesla's MIchael Meeth as he recounts his supply chain career journey from college to Whirlpool to Tesla.
