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Careers, Manufacturing, Sustainability
Star Power
Profile of Amy Davis, vice president and president of the New Power segment of Cummins Inc., a global power leader.
10 Tips for Advancing Your Supply Chain Career
To avoid career stagnation and advance with your evolving interests and desires, take a proactive approach following these 10 tips.
Follow the Sun
Chief executive officer Arch Thomason basks in a mentor list 33 names long, lean principles, and a team of smart people to keep Sunland Logistics Solutions shining bright and set customers up for success.
Careers, Labor Management, Supply Chain
Young Professionals Remain Positive
About 99% of professionals aged 30 and younger say that working in supply chain is a quality career choice, according to a Penske survey, with 58% pursuing a supply chain career due to its beneficial societal impact delivering essential goods during the pandemic.
Careers, Supply Chain, Technology
Jennifer Lyons: Just Keep Paddling!
Jennifer Lyons takes her career to new heights with the NASA Deep Space Logistics Project, developing a supply chain in deep space and making it commercially viable for people to work and live there.
Careers, Labor Management, Warehousing
World-Class Service From the Warehouse to the Kitchen
Marcia Brey, vice president of distribution at GE Appliances, used constant communication with the executive team and front-line workers to implement new safety protocols and keep all facilities running when the pandemic hit.
Careers, Labor Management, Manufacturing
Marc Hansult: Here Today, Ghana Tomorrow
Profile of Marc Hansult, co-founder and co-chief executive officer with DRTR (Do The Right Thing) Apparel.
Sandeep Dalvie: In His Element
A profile of Sandeep Dalvie, global supply chain director in the titanium technologies business with The Chemours Company, a chemistry company and one of the top producers of titanium dioxide.
Air Cargo, Careers, Supply Chain Management
An All-American Leader
Jessica Tyler learned in her early career as a teacher that the best way to help people reach their potential is to have a relationship with them, which shaped her open-book leadership style as president of cargo at American Airlines.
Careers, Customer Service, Distribution
Sylvia Wilks: Kicking the Tires
In her previous role managing supplier relationships at Starbucks, Sylvia Wilks learned what good customer service really looks like. Now that she supplies customers at TireHub, she knows how to meet their expectations and build the national tire distributor’s customer-centric culture.
Steering ArcBest with Values and Trust
Profile of Judy R. McReynolds, chairman, president and CEO, ArcBest.
Crafting a Notable Job Title
More supply chain jobs are readily available in the economy than there are people to fill them. A great way to take the next step in attracting supply chain talent lies within crafting a notable job title.
Professional Education: Time to Pay It Forward
While more people are earning supply chain management degrees and certifications, it hasn’t been enough to fill current needs. We need to do our part.
Career Moves that Pack a Punch
What makes one supply chain career move more impactful than another? We asked several supply chain professionals to share the moves that proved most significant.
Careers, Risk Management, Technology
Strategize. Inspire. Listen.
Profile of Andrew Kirkwood, CEO, BluJay Solutions.
Careers, Labor Management, Partnership
Peak of Perfection
Leadership profile of Juliann Larimer, CEO of Peak-Ryzex
Employee Engagement Is Your New Success Metric
Globally, 85% of employees report that they’re not engaged at the workplace. Manufacturing, retail, and distribution teams can take three steps to ensure that employees stay engaged and thrive in their roles.
Careers, Manufacturing, Technology
6 Work From Home Tips for Manufacturing Professionals
Staying connected with your team, remaining productive, and sticking to a schedule can go a long way when working from home. Here are six ways to stay sane when working remotely during an emergency like COVID-19.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
7 Notable Women in Supply Chain & Logistics
Meet the women who are succeeding at high levels in their companies, driven by a passion for supply chain and logistics, self-confidence, authenticity, and the ability to untangle the spaghetti of information that drives business decisions.
Careers, Global Logistics, Warehousing
Taking the Wheel of GM's Service Parts
GM's executive director of global aftersales supply chain, warehousing, and logistics discusses her role and answers the big questions.
Careers, Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management
A Hire Purpose: 11 Strategies to Recruit Supply Chain Talent
Competition has never been tougher to obtain supply chain talent, forcing companies to rethink recruitment strategies. Here are some best practices for companies to integrate into supply chain talent recruitment.
Sensing a Supply Chain Career
Profile of Steve Sensing, president, Global Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), Ryder System.
Employee to Entrepreneur: Transitioning to Freight Agency Ownership
Leaving a job to start a company is a high-risk/high-reward decision. For those transportation and logistics professionals who have been toying with the idea of entrepreneurship, there are some points to take into consideration to help make the right choices.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Debbie Lentz Goes For It
Profile of Debbie Lentz, president of global supply chain, RS Components and Electrocomponents.
Careers, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Destination: The Corner Office
As the supply chain exercises more influence over business outcomes, its managers are rising to top leadership positions. Supply chain pros with sights set on a corner office would do well to expand their skill sets and seek job experiences that prepare them for complexity.
How to Recruit and Retain the Best Interns
Determining the strategic role of supply chain internships and decisions around post-intern hiring.
Careers, Manufacturing, Logistics
Three Steps to Addressing the Staffing Shortages in Manufacturing & Logistics
Three steps manufacturing and logistics employers can take to attract the incoming millennial and Gen-Z workforce.
Careers, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Tackling the Talent Gap From the Inside Out
To address today’s logistics talent gap, we need to rethink how we rethink the pipeline for talent in our own companies.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
From Top Waffle to Top Rhino
Profile of Kevin Nolan, founder and CEO of Nolan Transportation Group, Atlanta
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Billy Duty: Formulating a World-Class Supply Chain
Profile of Billy Duty, head of North American supply chain with BYK USA, Inc., a division of Altana, a specialty chemicals company
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Career Solutions: Talent Search
Internships have traditionally provided a short-term opportunity, but colleges and universities are experimenting with apprenticeships as a way to develop and attract supply chain talent.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Leadership: Fashion Leader
Profile of Brent Beabout, executive vice president of supply chain, Nordstrom
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Marianne McDonald: Stand and Deliver
Profile of Marianne McDonald, vice president, global transportation for Avnet, a $17.4-billion global technology distributor headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics
GOOD QUESTION | What is the best piece of leadership advice you ever received?
Readers share the leadership insights that have had the biggest impact on them.
Careers, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Transportation Management, Safety
Betting the Farm on YRC's Success
James Welch, CEO of YRC Worldwide, discusses his leadership philosophy.
Careers, Food Logistics, Education & Careers, Supply Chain
Chris Ward: Get the Food to Church's On Time
Chris Ward, vice president of supply chain with Church’s Chicken, focuses on delivering the right products at the right cost.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Empowering the Shipper
Profile of Dan Clark, founder and president of the logistics technology firm Kuebix, in Maynard, Mass.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Why Aren’t There More Veterans in Logistics?
People transitioning out of the military possess many skills that directly apply to a career in logistics. Yet a post-military career in logistics remains a largely untapped opportunity. Here’s how to change that.
Careers, Distribution, Fulfillment, Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Visibility
Paul Nugent: Feed the Flow
Profile on Paul Nugent, director of logistics for Kitchen and Bath Americas with Kohler Co.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
REO Logistics CEO Rebecca Polan: In Line to Succeed
Profile of Rebecca Polan, CEO of REO Logistics in Huntington, West Virginia
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Commentary: Create a Positive Work Culture for Increased Performance
Leaders must create a culture where values - how people treat each other - are as important as results, every day.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing
Top 3 CEOs in the Transportation and Warehousing Industry
These companies have the most likeable CEOs in the transportation and warehousing industry, according to a new report from Owler.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Redwood Logistics Named One of Chicago’s Best Companies to Work For
3PL provider Redwood Logistics was named one of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for the fourth consecutive year.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking
From the Front Lines to the Boardroom
Profile of David Congdon, CEO, Old Dominion Freight Line
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Supply Chain Talent: Increasingly Challenging to Find
Organizations looking to optimize supply chain and logistics functions should be on the lookout – there will be shifting demand for supply chain and logistics talent within the next decade. Here’s how to prepare.
Careers, Certifications, Education & Careers, Education, Industry Associations, Logistics, Supply Chain
Supercharging Your Supply Chain and Logistics Career
Take your logistics and supply chain career to the next level by understanding how your skills can impact an organization, networking with other industry professionals, and continuing to develop critical skills.
Careers, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics
Starting a Logistics Love Affair
Some recent experiences provide hope that smart, dedicated and hardworking young professionals will fill the logistics talent gap.
Careers, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management Takes Center Stage
As professionals who understand the entire process of manufacturing, shipping, and marketing products, and who recognize that suppliers can be closely aligned with the company’s goals and objectives, chief procurement officers help define a company’s competitive advantage.
Careers, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars: Defining a New Generation
The accomplishments of the 2015 30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars demonstrate that the future of the supply chain management profession is in good hands.
Careers, Customer Service, Global Logistics, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain
Multinational Diversity Drives Measurable Success in Logistics Operations
Multiculturalism can be the competitive advantage that makes the critical difference in the success of your supply chain operations.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Lin Ding: A Healthy Perspective on Procurement
Lin Ding, procurement manager at Ultimate Medical Academy, manages a team with a shared focus on procurement, supplier management, and contract management.
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation
Attracting More Women to the Transportation Profession
Establishing the groundwork and collaboration are vital to developing the solutions needed for the significant workforce challenges faced by the transportation industry. A key part of the mission is to attract women to the traditionally male-dominated transportation profession.
Careers, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
10 Ways to Steer a Career Drive
Take these steps to help accelerate your logistics career.
Careers, 3PL, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain
People Person
Bobby Harris, President and CEO of BlueGrace Logistics, discusses the talent gap, entrepreneurship, the importance of keeping employees happy, and more.
Careers, Supply Chain Management
Keep the Change
Inbound Logistics editor Felecia Stratton discovers that change management is not only a supply chain challenge.
Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing
Sean Smith: Ingredients for a Great Career
Sean Smith, supply chain director at Agropur Ingredients, is always up for a logistics challenge.
Careers, Panama Canal, Retail Logistics, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Ocean, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Tim Thoma Brings It In
Tim Thoma, international logistics and compliance manager at Northern Tool and Equipment, is responsible for moving product purchased from overseas.
Careers, 3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics
An Acquiring Mind
Inbound Logistics interviews XPO Logistics’ Brad Jacobs to discuss his vision for XPO Logistics, and shares insight into what it takes to be a successful leader in today’s business world.
Careers, Industry Associations, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain
Getting the Most from Professional Association Memberships
Active participation in a professional association helps advance career growth and offers continuous learning.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Why Excellence in Supply Management Matters More Than Ever
In the past 20 years, companies have experienced a profound shift, and have dramatically increased their spending on external suppliers. This places the supply management function in the spotlight as a key driver of profitability. The better supply management teams are at selecting, overseeing, and collaborating with these partners, the stronger their organizations will be.
Careers, Education, Labor Management
Cultivating Supply Chain Talent
2021 will be remembered for labor challenges and shifts in thinking about employee engagement. These supply chain companies are leaning into educational opportunities and the profession’s societal impact to attract workers and increase job satisfaction.
Overseeing the Shift to E-Commerce
Profile of Mike Honious, president and CEO, GEODIS in Americas
Meat Importer Carves Out Success
Because it imports and distributes to each level of the supply chain, including the last mile, Marx Foods has visibility into each supply chain link. In 2020, COVID taught it a lot about how to manage the supply chain in 2021.
BlueGrace Logistics Names Mark Derks As New Chief Marketing Officer
BlueGrace Logistics named Mark Derks as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Strategic investments in leadership team augments customer focus and value.
Careers, Education, Supply Chain
Making Sense of Supply Chain Education
Professors at some of the country’s leading supply chain education programs joined Inbound Logistics for a conversation about how they are preparing the next generation of professionals, whether they come from business programs or engineering schools, for tomorrow’s challenges.
Careers, 3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain
Building a Hub of Vision and Passion
Profile of Phil Yeager, president and COO, Hub Group
Supply Chain Skills of the Future and How Organizations Can Prepare
A recent CEO survey cited “lack of appropriate talent and capability” as the top most inhibitor to a company’s digital progress. Supply chain organizations are no exception. The gap between the skills needed to compete in an increasingly digital world and those available in the organization is widening.
Careers, Supply Chain, Sustainability
Seeking Autonomy
What factors go into creating a successful supply chain? According to the EY Americas Supply Chain Reinvention Survey 2019, which surveyed senior-level supply chain executives on topics ranging from adopting technology, retaining leadership and talent, and prioritizing investment to supporting sustainability, here are the notable trends.
Careers, Risk Management, Supply Chain
Managing Risk and Building Resilience
Antonio Galvao, chief supply chain officer of DuBois Chemicals, recounts his history in global logistics and discusses what it takes to succeed.
Careers, Manufacturing, Supply Chain
Filling the Manufacturing Skills Gap
Applying gig economy principles and predictive analytics capabilities can efficiently and effectively fill manufacturing workforce gaps.
Careers, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
5 Supply Chain Myths—Busted
From Point A to Point Z, the supply chain provides fertile ground for persistent myths. Whether they concern job qualifications or day-to-day business practices, they merit some serious scrutiny.
Careers, Education & Careers, Supply Chain
GOOD QUESTION | What's one supply chain myth you'd like to debunk?
Readers take on the misconceptions that persist about the supply chain and what it takes to be efficient.
Careers, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
GOOD QUESTION | What’s the first thing you would do to address the supply chain talent gap?
Readers reveal the first action they would take to address the supply chain talent gap.
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Six Surefire Ways to Build a Logistics Workforce
A statewide, coordinated workforce development effort in Indiana has built a robust talent pipeline. Here’s how the state engages and prepares the next generation of logistics workers.
Careers, 3PL, Transportation Management
Finding the Right Strategy for Each Situation
Profile of Denis Reilly, president and CEO of Kenco Logistics
Careers, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Transportation
BluJay Solutions CEO Doug Braun:
Leading with Compassion and Conviction
Profile of Doug Braun, CEO of BluJay Solutions
Careers, Education & Careers, Industry Associations, Education, Supply Chain Management
Recruiting Supply Chain Talent
New technologies, consumer demands, and the rise of the mobile workforce are shifting the business landscape quickly, and specialized workers in supply chain and logistics are more valuable than ever. Use these tips to plan and attract the industry’s future leaders.
Don't Say No and Never Give Up
To best serve those who serve, Lisa Mernin, director of operations at military equipment supplier ADS, doesn’t look for the cheapest partners; she looks for the best value and prioritizes customer service.
Careers, Retail, Transportation
Retailers, Suppliers, and the Ties that Bind
Kevin Williamson has led RJW Logistics Group through the pandemic by recruiting and cultivating top talent, aligning everyone on the same vision, and constantly thinking up innovations.
Careers, Education, Labor Management
Syfan Logistics 'Goes to College' to Solve Labor Challenge
Syfan worked with colleges and universities around its headquarters to develop a program to meet current hiring needs as well as build a foundation for the future.
Careers, Trucking, Transportation
It's Time for Women in Transportation
While many women are looking to resume their careers, some of their best opportunities might be found in industries such as transportation, which has traditionally been filled by a predominantly male labor pool.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Silencing Self-Doubt and Building the Next Generation of Women Leaders
In any field—but particularly male-dominated industries—it is important for managers and supervisors to challenge and encourage their young female workers. This is certainly the case in the logistics and e-commerce sector of which I am a part, both fast-growing and exciting fields that offer young women many opportunities.
Careers, Humanitarian Logistics, Sustainability
Noted: The Supply Chain in Brief
Read the latest good works, sustainability efforts, mergers and acquisitions, new hires, and sealed deals happening in the supply chain in January 2021.
Careers, Distribution, Manufacturing
Tonya Jackson: Signed, Sealed, Delivered
A profile of Tonya Jackson, senior vice president and chief supply chain officer with Lexmark, a creator of imaging solutions and technologies.
Preparing for the New World of Work
The supply chain workplace of today faces significant disruption and begs the question: What should businesses be doing to embrace these changes?
How Does Coronavirus Impact the Supply Chain, and How Can Retailers Minimize Disruption?
The new coronavirus, or COVID-19, has impacted the supply chain by limiting access to employees, closing factories or slowing down manufacturers, and limiting access to logistics to move goods. Here are three ways in which retailers can minimize supply chain disruption as the virus progresses.
Careers, Food Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Taking a Dip Into Supply Chain Management
Frank Armetta, global vice president of supply chain with Sabra Dipping Company, discusses the hummus company's warehouse transformation, how he leads his team, and insight into his career journey.
Careers, Logistics, Transportation
Training: The Hidden Value-Add
Offering trade compliance knowledge to your customers is a tremendous value-add to helping them achieve their reasonable care goals.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
7 Outstanding Women in Supply Chain and Logistics
Women are steadily advancing in supply chain and logistics. Here's how seven leading women in logistics got to the top of the field.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Communicating in Real Time, All the Time
Profile of Scott Pruneau, CEO of ITS Logistics, Sparks, Nevada
Careers, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
GOOD QUESTION | What's the most neglected part of the supply chain?
Readers reveal the parts of the supply chain that should gain more notice.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
GOOD QUESTION | What advice would you give someone just starting out in logistics/supply chain?
Readers reveal the advice they would give to young people embarking on a supply chain/logistics career.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Talent Gap or Training Gap?
Workforce and career development are on the national radar and many companies are stepping up with financial, time and expertise commitments to accomplish the goals of developing the U.S. workforce for tomorrow.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Dean Z. Myers: Drinking It All In
A profile of Dean Z. Myers, vice president, global supply chain, technical operations and business development, The McDonald’s division of The Coca-Cola Company.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Moving Forward and Upward
Profile of David Goldberg, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding U.S.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Fail Fast, Then Move On
Jim Barnes did not have a mentor at the start of his career. "No one taught me how to become a leader," recalls Barnes, chief executive officer of enVista, an Indianapolis-based supply chain consultancy and software firm.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Erik Snyder Keeps His Spirits Up
Erik Snyder, president of North America supply and procurement with Diageo, oversees Diageo's end-to-end supply chain and procurement operation in North America, including sourcing raw materials, distillation, manufacturing, packaging, planning, and customer service.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking
Bridging the Gap Between Women and Funding
Thirty women have become small business owners in the trucking industry thanks to the efforts of Expediter Services (ES), in conjunction with the Women in Trucking Association.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Jack Buffington: Here for the Beer
Jack Buffington, supply chain leader with MillerCoors and professor at the University of Denver, manages a complex beer supply chain.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Admiral of the Fleet
How John Burke, CEO of Armada reached his position and guides his company.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
People and Culture First, Strategy Second
Dan Curtis of BNSF Logistics discusses his leadership strategies and priorities.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Sunset's Rising Star
When Lindsey Graves joined Sunset Transportation in 2006, the founder and CEO—who happens to be her father—asked her to learn the business by spending some time in every possible role. As the years progressed, that didn't mean dealing just with the company's freight operations.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Joel Kamp: Never Out of Gas
Profile of Joel Kamp, head of the bulk scheduling center, Americas region, with The Linde Group, a gases and engineering company
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
What’s the most fun or interesting part about working in the supply chain?
Readers share the most fun or interesting part about their work in the supply chain.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Fueling Transportation Breakthroughs
Profile of Doug Mueller, CEO of Breakthrough Fuel, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Michele van Krieken: Formulating Supply Chain Clarity
Profile of Michele van Krieken, global supply chain manager with The Chemours Company
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self About Supply Chain Management?
Readers reveal what they would tell their younger selves about supply chain management.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Logistics Jobs: Follow The Money
The rise of e-commerce, coupled with manufacturing and logistics facilities implementing robotics and other emerging technologies in the production process, has caused demand for digitally savvy workers with trade skills to skyrocket.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Running a Global Organization Like Family
Profile of Frank Guenzerodt, president and CEO, Dachser USA
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Mike Parsley: Supply Chains Suits Him Well
Profile of Mike Parsley, senior vice president of distribution with Tailored Brands, Inc., a U.S.-based retail holding company for Men’s Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank, and other men’s apparel brands.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Average Is for Other People
Profile of Derek Leathers, president and CEO of Werner Enterprises, Omaha, Nebraska
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Howie Mann: Helping to Train a New Generation
Profile of Howie Mann, a founder and a board member with the Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce in New York City
Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Core Competencies Every Supply Chain Manager Needs
In today’s complex marketplace, supply chain professionals need a varied set of skills and competencies to help their employers succeed — everything from a strategic orientation to a comfort with data and an awareness of social and environmental obligations.
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Steve Ahern: Supply Chain Strategist
Profile of Steve Ahern, manager of supply chain operational design with BASF, a leading chemical company
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
The Son Also Rises
Profile of Ryan Wall, president and CEO of FHI (Freight Handlers, Inc.) in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Tim Miller: Serving It Up Fresh, Fast, and Casual
Profile of Tim Miller, vice president of supply chain with Smashburger, a leading fast-casual burger restaurant
Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Advance Your Career - SCTL at the University of Washington
Companies concerned with cost control, competitive differentiation, and innovation are more than ever seeking professionals who can drive substantive change.
Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Masters of the Future
IL Editor Felecia Stratton was lucky to get an annual glimpse into the future of the logistics workforce—and can say with confidence that we’ll be just fine.
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