Tag: supply chain recruiters

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]