Podcasts about Global sourcing

Summary:In this episode of #thePOZcast, host Rona Pierce speaks with Matt Lavery, Director of Global Sourcing, Recruiting, and Onboarding at UPS. They discuss Matt's journey from a seasonal handler to a leadership role, the impact of AI and automation on hiring processes, and the importance of internal mobility and career progression within UPS. Matt shares insights on enhancing candidate experience, ethical considerations in AI usage, and valuable leadership lessons learned throughout his career.Takeaways- Matt Lavery's journey at UPS showcases the value of internal mobility.- AI and automation have significantly improved the hiring process at UPS.- Speed and transparency are key factors in candidate experience.- Understanding the problem is crucial before implementing AI solutions.- Leadership involves providing clarity and empowering teams.- UPS hires around 200,000 people annually, especially during peak seasons.- NPS scores indicate high candidate satisfaction with the hiring process.- Internal mobility pathways are essential for employee retention.- Technology can enhance the candidate experience and streamline processes.- Change management requires careful planning and communication. Chapters00:00 Introduction to the POScast and Guest Background01:21 Matt Lavery's Journey at UPS03:58 The Impact of AI and Automation on Hiring10:21 Enhancing Candidate Experience through Technology13:42 Internal Mobility and Career Progression at UPS17:50 Lessons Learned in Implementing AI in Hiring20:30 Leadership Insights and Hiring Myths22:12 Proud Moments and Closing Thoughts    

Tired of renovation costs crushing your profits?Discover how real estate investors are slashing multifamily renovation budgets by up to 40% — without sacrificing quality. In this episode, Whitney Sewell is joined by Nate Slade to reveal a powerful global sourcing strategy that bypasses traditional supply chains and transforms project returns.Key Takeaways:Cut Renovation Costs by 30–40% –  Learn how direct factory sourcing reduces reliance on costly middlemen and improves efficiency for multifamily projects. Pivot Like a Pro – Nate's journey from outdoor guide to global entrepreneur shows the power of adaptability, reinvention, and skill stacking. Build Smarter with Partnerships – Discover why asking “Who, not how” can accelerate growth, mitigate risk, and unlock scalable solutions in real estate investing. Don't let outdated procurement drain your margins. Tune in now and learn how top investors are flipping the renovation script.Timestamps00:00 Introduction1:31 Nate's journey to success5:50 Lessons from Joe Polish7:54 Starting a business from scratch13:17 Client types and sourcing strategies15:55 Procurement for multifamily renovations20:33 Real cost savings example22:37 Handling client concerns & logistics25:22 Mitigating international sourcing risks30:40 Tips for passive investors32:11 Tracking success metrics32:51 Keys to Nate's success33:42 How Nate gives back 34:55 Closing remarks and contact informationVISIT OUR WEBSITEhttps://lifebridgecapital.com/Here are ways you can work with us here at Life Bridge Capital:⚡️START INVESTING TODAY: If you think that real estate syndication may be right for you, contact us today to learn more about our current investment opportunities: https://lifebridgecapital.com/investwithlbc⚡️Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealEstateSyndicationShow

Geopolitical upheaval. Tariffs and trade wars. Inflation. Sustainability concerns. Changing buying patterns. As the list of disruptions and demands that the industry must consider when sourcing goods keeps growing, one strategy has become a top priority: diversification. “The retailers and the brands are looking for multiple countries of origin and mitigating their risk by making sure that their productions are spread across different regions,” said Masooma Zaidi, vice president sales and merchandising at manufacturer Interloop Limited. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your favorite lip gloss could help fund a summer camp, support mental health programs, or empower women around the world? In this episode of FAIR Talks, Becca chats with Neha Gohil, Vice President of Global Sourcing at e.l.f. Beauty, to uncover how one of the most fun, affordable beauty brands is making a bold impact through Fair Trade Certified factories. With over two decades in the industry, Neha shares how e.l.f. is turning ethical sourcing into a competitive edge—from funding parenting workshops in factories to making “just do the right thing” a corporate mantra. If you've ever wondered whether big brands can lead with purpose and profit, this episode is your answer.

Donald Trump just dropped a major bombshell on global trade—again. In this emergency bonus episode, Renaud breaks down the April 2nd "Liberation Day" announcement and how his new sweeping tariff strategy could shake up global sourcing, hit key allies, and complicate the China manufacturing equation even further.   Show Sections [00:00] Introduction & Overview​ [01:00] The April 2nd Announcement Breakdown​ [04:10] China's Tariff Reset and Its Uncertain Future​ [06:00] Emerging Asian Hubs Under Pressure​ [08:00] Legal and WTO Considerations​ [10:00] Importers' Reactions and Strategic Planning​ [13:00] Impact on Chinese Manufacturers​ [17:00] Nearshoring and the Mexico Loophole​ [21:00] India's Position in Global Sourcing​ [25:00] Strategic Takeaways and Future Outlook   Related content... What is 'Liberation Day'? Donald Trump promises reciprocal tariffs on April 2 See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's "Liberation Day" chart World reacts to Trump's sweeping 'liberation day' tariffs [Video]   Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

In this episode, we sit down with Abhijeet, a distinguished Global Sourcing and Procurement Leader who has consistently delivered impactful results and created value by building and coaching high-performing teams. Abhijeet is a visionary leader, focusing on long-term growth, digital transformation through AI, and driving sustainable results across various sectors. With a strong track record as a trusted Global Supply Chain Operations leader, Abhijeet has driven innovation and value across planning, sourcing, procurement, analytics, and service operations. His strategic vision and exceptional execution have made significant contributions in sectors such as Semiconductors, Medical Devices, Robotic Surgery, BioPharma/Biotech, Automotive, and High-tech industries. In addition to his extensive professional achievements, Abhijeet has completed the prestigious Stanford LEAD course, which significantly altered the trajectory of his career, further enhancing his leadership capabilities and impact. Tune in to learn from Abhijeet's journey, insights, and the strategic vision that continues to shape the future of global supply chain and procurement.

Join host Melissa Dixon as Bob Sperling and daughter Jenna Sperling walk us through running East West Basics, their family-owned sourcing and supply chain management company. Bob, the CEO and founder, has 30+ years of experience working with retailers, wholesalers, and global brands, bringing their product visions to life and being an expert liaison between the states and their Asian counterparts. Tune in as we tackle the future of sourcing, its key players, and what it's like working alongside your family to create an exceptional customer experience.

In this cut-out edition episode, Oren Schauble, creator of Product People, explores the power of product innovation and 9-figure M&A roll-ups in driving business growth. Oren shares insights on how global sourcing, niche product development, and strategic mergers can help entrepreneurs build and scale successful businesses. Tune in to learn how to navigate market trends and create standout products in today's competitive landscape.Full episode: S7:E16.https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/ep358/Sign up to the Conscious Commerce Newsletter:A newsletter that sits at the intersection of commerce, healthy living, and the mindsets of extraordinary leaders.Sign Up here:  https://subscribe.2xecommerce.com/subscribeConnect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce WebsiteInstagram: 2X eCommerce InstagramTwitter: 2X eCommerce TwitterYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTubeGet a Copy of Kunle's BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Amazon: Buy on AmazonWalmart: Buy on WalmartKogan Page: Buy on Kogan PageBarnes & Noble: Buy on Barnes & NobleWHSmith: Buy on WHSmith

La transizione digitale è in atto, ma cosa sta accadendo con l'integrazione delle nuove tecnologie? Che questa transizione deve coniugarsi sempre di più con la sostenibilità e che con i cambiamenti tecnologici di cui siamo spettatori è necessaria un'alfabetizzazione di massa a questi nuovi strumenti. Dunque, da una parte digitale e sostenibile sono imprescindibili, mentre dall'altra alcune attività non sarebbero possibili senza le nuove tecnologie come, ad esempio, il monitoraggio del clima e dei livelli di inquinamento. Il mondo cerca di seguire il passo ma come si posiziona l'Italia? Siamo ancora lontani da molti paesi ma grazie al PNRR il processo di digitalizzazione è in atto anche nel nostro paese. Dobbiamo capire come il PNRR è calato sulle Regioni e come ridurre le difficoltà di implementarlo ovunque. La nostra giornalista Lucia Serino ha dialogato su questi temi con Giovanni Vaia, docente di Global Sourcing e Digital Management presso l'Università Ca'Foscari di Venezia.

Kathleen Chan, founder of Calico, shares her background, starting in tech at Microsoft, before creating and scaling two different brands. She emphasizes that efficient product sourcing and maintaining quality is crucial for scaling businesses. Calico serves as a sourcing and production co-pilot for brands, specializing in apparel, footwear and accessories. Calico offers a vetted roster of ethical and innovative factories and provides comprehensive tools to streamline the entire production process from design to payments.- - - - - - - - - - - -Calico website https://www.joincalico.com/Calico LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/calicoai/- - - - - - - - - - - -Show Notes:01:16 Revolutionizing Product Sourcing05:29 Navigating the Complex World of Manufacturing and Sourcing10:05 Global Sourcing vs. Local Manufacturing13:35 Ensuring Quality and Ethical Practices in Manufacturing19:57 Navigating Supplier Relationships and Inventory Risks23:57 The Importance of Trust and Quality in Supplier Partnerships26:32 The Role of Product Knowledge and Industry Experience29:04 Leveraging Community and Industry Connections- - - - - - - - - - - - Additional Episodes You Might Enjoy:How Slowtide Turned Towels Cool and Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business in the ProcessHow Product Seeding Helped Scent Lab Garner Millions in Earned MediaHow Deux Harnessed TikTok to Challenge Incumbents like Pillsbury, Nestle and Hostess- - - - - - - - - - - - The Pop Up Report interviews DTC and CPG founders to uncover how they fostered and scaled their communities to create profitable businesses. Gain a deeper understanding of the tools, tactics and retention strategies that build true customer loyalty.Subscribe to the Pop Up Report on Substack, YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thepopupreport.com

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Blythe and Yikun Shao, Head of North America Supply Chain at Alibaba.com, discuss how the platform helps small and medium businesses with global sourcing and logistics. Shao highlights Alibaba's AI tools like language translation, image generation for product design, and logistics marketplace. He also details educational resources on trade compliance, managing cross-border shipping challenges, and navigating customs regulations.LINKS:Yikun's LinkedInAlibaba.comQUOTES:"Nearly two thirds of businesses they plan on increasing their reliance on online sourcing, and including those bigger and more established businesses." - Yikun Shao"Using AI capability can also handle real time inquiries from multiple areas and provide even in some instances provide some industry insights, so that our business buyers and sellers can make more informed decisions." - Yikun Shao"We recently launched a smart assistant tool to help facilitate RFQ transaction and communication aspects on our platform. One of the functions is real-time language translation when buyers and sellers are communicating through a video chat, it helps provide translation services in real-time to at least 17 different languages. Since this new RFQ feature has been introduced, it has driven a 29% increase in quotes from suppliers for small businesses." - Yikun ShaoWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE---------------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear directly from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program. Tai TMS is designed to streamline your brokerage operations and propel growth for both FTL and LTL shipment cycles. Book a demo with the Tai team today and tell them Everything is Logistics sent you. Maximize your website's performance as a sales tool with Digital Dispatch's website management.

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise----Hiring is Always a Gamble. Get inspired by Abhishek Agarwal, President of Judge India and Global Delivery, who shares a powerful framework to make you a better at hiring people. Hiring someone new is ALWAYS a risk. When they fail it costs you money, time, and productivity. It can quickly lead to burnout for you and your team because you're picking up the slack.Even when someone has the perfect interview, you can never truly know how they'll work out.That's where this interview with Abhishek comes in. He's hits this topic hard and has even written a book and delivered a TED talk on it.Previously he even served as Head of Global Sourcing & Talent Acquisition at Capgemini Invent and other organizations.He's also a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at The Wharton School.The Judge Group is an international leader in business technology consulting, talent solutions, and learning and development. With over 30 locations across the U.S., Canada & India, they are proud to partner with over 60 of the Fortune 100. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhishekhapur/Company Link: https://www.judge.com/What You'll Discover in this Episode:What he Learned Circling Mt. Everest.The Hire Rate Percentage a Good Leader Should Expect.The Most Common Hiring Mistake.How to Evaluate for Integrity, Intelligence, and Intent.The Framework that Transformed his Career.What's at the Heart of his Book and Ted Talk.How to Write a Book.A Tool You can Buy that Boosts Creativity and Productivity.Resources:The 3I Effect Ted Talk The 3I Effect Book - Decoding Intent, Intelligence and Integrity for a Wholesome Life-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

China war für mehrere Jahrzenten die Weltfabrik und lieferte Teile und Produkte an die ganze Welt, auch an die deutschen Industriefirmen. Heute ist China Exportweltmeister und der größte Handelspartner für Deutschland. Doch die Chinesische Wirtschaft verändert sich, die Technologiekompetenz Chinas verbessert sich enorm und nicht zuletzt verändern sich Wirtschaftspolitik vieler Länder, u.a. auch Deutschland dahingehend in Richtung: De-Risking der Lieferkette. Was ist und wird China für Deutschland und deutsche Firmen für ein Beschaffungsstandort sein? Wie sollen deutsche Firmen und insbesondere Mittelstandfirmen die China Sourcing Strategie in neuer Zeit anpassen? Das ist unser Thema dieses Webinars Wir diskutieren mit: Hans-Dieter Tenhaef, Inhaber bei MIT Moderne Industrietechnik GmbH & Co. KG Chengwei Chen, Global Sourcing Director, Stiebel Eltron GmbH & Co. KG Christoph Hering, Innovation Centre Director, AHK Greater China Jan Philip Goldschmidt, Global Sourcing Experte Gerald Poerschmann, Vorstand Zukunftallianz Maschinenbau e.V.

Global supply chains reach the furthest corners of the earth, bringing back valuable, well-made goods and putting us in touch with people we may never meet. Some of the challenges of this are logistical like time zone differences and travel delays. Others are more cultural, and tie into the most core issues of relationship building: culture, communication, and trust.   In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes Chris Volz, a Client Success Manager at China Performance Group. Chris has over two decades worth of experience in different verticals. He prides himself on his empathy, attention to detail, and innovative ideas… traits we could all use in greater concentration!   In this interview, Chris shares his experience and perspective on how businesses from different parts of the world and in countries with very different cultures can come together for mutual gain: What he suggests companies focus on when sourcing internationally How procurement teams can invest in communication and then build on that to establish long term trust-based relationships The importance of recognizing the ‘win-win people' in every situation   Links: Chris Volz on LinkedIn

This week we chat to Akberali Engineer who currently leads the global sourcing CoE for ThoughtWorks. He's a massive advocate for agile sourcing to drive efficiency and productivity for the business.Please remember to subscribe and rate the podcast to help others discover and enjoy our content to create more awareness on sourcing. Visit our website Follow on LinkedIn Happy Sourcing & Stay Crafty.

Global fashion sourcer, Gab Waller, joins me in my New York City office for this week's episode of Beauty Bosses! Named “the world's most famous personal shopper” by Forbes, and featured in the New York Times, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, and more, Gab has made quite a name for herself in the world of luxury fashion in such a short time.With a stunning list of notable clients including Hailey Bieber, Khloé Kardashian, Lori Harvey, and, most recently, Sofia Richie Grainge, Gab shares the story of how sourcing a Phoebe Philo Celine coat for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley started it all. Listen to the episode to hear how Gab has managed to continue her success and scale a global business all through the power of Instagram DM's. Follow Gab's Global Fashion Sourcing Instagram @gabwallerdotcomFollow Gab's personal Instagram @gabwaller

Global fashion sourcer, Gab Waller, joins me in my New York City office for this week's episode of Beauty Bosses! Named “the world's most famous personal shopper” by Forbes, and featured in the New York Times, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, and more, Gab has made quite a name for herself in the world of luxury fashion in such a short time.With a stunning list of notable clients including Hailey Bieber, Khloé Kardashian, Lori Harvey, and, most recently, Sofia Richie Grainge, Gab shares the story of how sourcing a Phoebe Philo Celine coat for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley started it all. Listen to the episode to hear how Gab has managed to continue her success and scale a global business all through the power of Instagram DM's. Follow Gab's Global Fashion Sourcing Instagram @gabwallerdotcomFollow Gab's personal Instagram @gabwaller

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Outsourcing podcast Get the full show notes for this outsourcing podcast here: outsourceaccelerator.com/450   Global Sourcing Association UK (GSA) In this episode, Derek speaks with Kerry Hallard, CEO of the Global Sourcing Association (GSA) and Chairperson of the Global Technology & Business Services Council (GT&BSC).   References: Kerry LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-hallard/ GSA LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gsa-uk/ W: https://gtbsc.org/ W: https://www.gsa-uk.com/   Start Outsourcing Outsource Accelerator can help you transform your business with outsourcing. Get in touch now, or use one of the resources below.   Business Process Outsourcing Get a Free Quote - Connect with 3 verified outsourcing experts & see how outsourcing can transform your business Book a Discovery Call - See how Outsource Accelerator can help you enhance your company's innovation and growth with outsourcing The Top 40 BPOs - We have compiled this review of the most notable 40 Business Process Outsourcing companies in the Philippines Outsourcing Calculator - This tool provides you with invaluable insight into the potential savings outsourcing can do for your business Outsourcing Salary Guide - Access the comprehensive guide to payroll salary compensation, benefits, and allowances in the Philippines Outsourcing Accelerator Podcast - Subscribe and listen to the world's leading outsourcing podcast, hosted by Derek Gallimore Payoneer - The leading global B2B payment solution for the outsourcing industry   About Outsource Accelerator Outsource Accelerator is the world's leading outsourcing marketplace and advisory. We offer the full spectrum of services, from light advisory and vendor brokerage, though to full implementation and fully-managed solutions. We service companies of all sectors, and all sizes, spanning all departmental verticals. Outsource Accelerator's unique approach to outsourcing enables our clients to build the best teams, access the most flexible solutions, and generate the best results possible. Our unrivaled sector knowledge and market reach mean that you get the best terms and results possible, at the best ALL-IN market-leading price - guaranteed.

In this episode, I speak with Marie Kinsella, the CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group. As former Managing Director and Founder of Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Marie commenced in the events industry in 1989. Today as the CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group, Marie and her team conduct approximately 8 major trade shows annually. One of those is the Global Sourcing Expo coming up in Sydney in July and Melbourne in November. During our chat Marie and I dive into: The benefits of attending the Global Sourcing expo, such as: Accessing over 350 Suppliers from small to large scale manufacturers, right here on our doorstep in Australia Exploring new and Innovative Supply Chain Solutions  Develop & Source new products and categories Expand your Network & Connect with Industry We also discuss who should attend, how to navigate the expo, opportunities to exhibit, shifts in the sourcing landscape, the expo's global seminar series offering access to a dynamic line-up of industry thought leaders and changemakers, free workshops and so much more. For those who are committed to delivering optimal business results, the Global Sourcing Expo is a MUST on the annual calendar. By attending and becoming informed, you will not only become equipped on a Global Sourcing Level, but you will also continue to increase your knowledge bank on a responsible business journey, and together we can collectively continue to drive positive change in the fashion industry. Download our FREE Navigating The Global Sourcing Expo Checklist https://fashionequipped.com.au/navigating-the-global-sourcing-expo Register to Visit and book your Seminar Tickets at: https://globalsourcingexpo.com.au/ READY TO SCALE UP? Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion? Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business. Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is September 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au.  Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans.  READY TO START UP? Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business? ONLINE LEARNING We've crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community. If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in! MENTORSHIP   It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who've already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset.  If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens! MINI COURSES If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development. You can find Fashion Equipped over at: Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness #podcastersofinstagram  #melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast #AustralianFashionBrand #goodbusinessjourney  #wholesalefashion #sourcing, #indiasourcing #clothingsourcing #fashionsourcing #indiamanufacture #cinamanufacture #chinasourcing #globalsourcingexpo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Jasmine Cox, Executive Director at Textile Technology Center at Gaston College and Dr. Apurba Banerjee, Senior Manager, Global Sourcing at Glowforge and Adjunct Professor at Mount Mary University take a new approach to Talking Textiles. Listen as Cox and Banerjee share a collaborative conversation on strategies for success for the next generation of textile professionals while sharing their own backgrounds in industry. The two are sure to inspire as they cover topics from setting career goals, negotiating, networking and more. Keep an open mind because the path ahead may surprise you!

The rise of e-commerce and globalization has made it easier for businesses to access suppliers from around the world, but it also created new challenges and pains. However, the experts always have the right solutions to overcome these issues.In this episode, Jordan West talks to Yulia Blinova from Zignify Global Product Sourcing. They talk about all things product sourcing and some tactical ways to get the best possible deals for your business. Listen and learn in this episode!KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODEIt is always good to have backup plans for the safety of your supply chain.Have a potential factory somewhere outside of the country where you originally produced.If your products are complicated and you need to source outside China, do not source by product.When sourcing outside of China, consider contacting at least 60 factories because they will need more time to respond to you. On average, it takes about 3 e-mails and 4 phone calls for one factory to respond.Trust people who have proven experience and expertise in product sourcing.Always be knowledgeable of the culture of the people you are talking to.Be nice when communicating and doing transactions with people.The best way to get an immediate response from a US manufacturer is to contact them through the contact form on their website.What you give to others will always come back to you.Recommended Book:The Go-giver https://thegogiver.com/Today's Guest:Yulia Blinova is the founder of Zignify Global Product Sourcing. She's been working in product sourcing for the last 18 years. She is an expert in business and strategy development, project and team management, sourcing, and negotiations with different people and countries.Connect and learn more about Yulia and Zignify Global Product Sourcing here: Website: https://zignify.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuliyablinova/Get 5 Offers for 2 Products (10 in total) along with 10 highly engaging tried and true creatives, 30 captivating headlines, descriptions, and ad texts sent to you for only $99. Go to https://www.upgrowthcommerce.com/offer and order now - this offer is only available for a limited time.Get the latest strategies, tips and case studies sent to you weekly by signing up for the free Secrets to Scaling Newsletter. Also, get first access to our Founder-Only Slack channel, our CMO Dashboard to plan out your marketing efforts and so. much. more.‘Join the Beta:https://www.secrets.upgrowthcommerce.com/We love our podcast community and listeners so much that we have decided to offer a free eCommerce Growth Plan for your brand! To learn more and how we can help, click here: upgrowthcommerce.com/grow Join our community and connect with other eCommerce brand owners and marketers! https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretstoscalingpodcast

On this episode of Our American Stories, since its start in 1972, Nike has employed nearly half a million people. Only four have outlasted our next storyteller, Steve Bence. Bence is Nike's Program Director in Global Sourcing and Manufacturing—and was an All-American runner under legendary track coach at Oregon, Bill Bowerman (who became the co-founder of Nike). Steve Bence is the author of 1972: Pre, UO Track, Nike Shoes and My Life with Them All. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today for episode 132 is Thiefane (pronounced TFN) Magré, COO of ⁠Prouduct⁠, a Global Sourcing company and a Product Creation Accelerator.  We chat about how things have changed in the wake of Covid and crippling regulations in the business industry in China and how their company has pivoted to keep up with their clients demands. We talk about how the stories most of us hear in the media about China are only the tip of the iceberg and there is so much more to this amazing culture. Best of all is he shares with me his perspectives on life and humanity after visiting dozens of countries around the world and an immigrant himself. Wouldn't you know it, he has an incredible love of America and we find out why. He is also host of ⁠The Product Guy Podcast⁠ which can be heard on all podcast platforms. ⁠Instagram⁠ #China #ChineseCommunistParty #AmericaBeaconOfHope #AmericanOpportunity #ChineseManufacturing #AmericasOpportunities #PursuitOfHappiness #ILoveAmerica #GodBlessTheUSA #LandOfTheFree

In this episode PBEC is joined by Father and Son President Yasuhiro Kunieda and Eita Kunieda of Suzuran Medical Inc a Japanese family business established for over180 years in the manufacturing of cotton products such as cotton bedding, sanitary, childcare, hygiene and cosmetic lines.We talk to Eita about the challenges faced in their supply chains during covid, with majority of production taking place within Mainland China. Rising costs and shifts in consumer purchasing from in shops to online. How this has taken over bricks and mortar distribution in a short space of time. How the group is adjusting to tackle these changing trends but also climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in the processing of their products. Many exciting initiatives are shared and the groups future strategy in the region. A fascinating insight at first-hand with a leading manufacturer from Japan in their relevant field of cotton goods. This compliments are provided an example interview of the many that were conducted to reach our conclusions of the recently published PBEC Chartering a New Course in Asia Pacific trade report together with Monash University Malaysia and KPMG Int'l.

In this episode PBEC is joined by the co-authors Dr. Neale O'Connor Professor of Accounting previously of Monash University Malaysia from his new University Edith Cowan in Perth and Anson Bailey Head of Consumer and Retail AsPAC & Head of Technology at KPMG in China, of our most recent and comprehensive trade report on regional trends in Global Sourcing entitled “Chartering a New Course in Asia Pacific”. Supply chain operability affects every organization and sits highly on the list of concerns of CEOs whose businesses rely heavily on this. The newly released report between the Pacific Basin Economic Council (PBEC), KPMG and Monash University Malaysia reviews the most recent supply chain and sourcing movements in the region, and provides insights into the key trends and factors which no business leader should ignore.The data in this report comprises a sample of 132 companies that are considering changing or have already altered their supply chain destinations between 2018 and 2023, covering 232 sourcing market moves.  You can access the full report on PBEC's website: Charting a new course in Asia Pacific – Pacific Basin Economic Council (pbec.org)

Discover how global sourcing can benefit your business! Take a listen to Anita as she explains all the reasons why you should take advantage of the many opportunities available with this international strategy. You can read more about What Are The Reasons For Global Sourcing?  by clicking here.#GlobalTradeGal #globalsourcing #worldwidesupplychain #reasonsforglobalsourcingSupport the show

In der heutigen Episode haben wir Sebastian Herz zu Gast. Sebastian ist Co-Founder von Zignify, bringt jahrelange Erfahrung und ein starkes Netzwerk im Global Sourcing mit. Er verrät uns seine Best-Practices zur Margenoptimierung auf Amazon. Hier seine Kanäle und Kontaktdaten: https://zignify.net https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianherz/ Tel. +49176 23387283 www.dype.me hallo@dype.me

Anita's got 9 great reasons why more and more companies are investing in global sourcing. Not only does it open the door for them to buy exactly what they're looking for - from design, price, quality to quantity – but it means a cost-effective way of running their business! Tune into Anita as she sheds light on all these unique benefits.You can learn more about the Top 9 Benefits Of Global Sourcing by clicking here.#GlobalTradeGal #GlobalSourcing #BenfitsofGlobalSourcing #Podcast #Bussiness #Trade #Import #ExportSupport the show

David Shillingford, Chief Strategy Officer at Everstream Analytics, is joined by Lance Starks, Vice President of Global Sourcing and Integrated Supply Chain at Shaw, Inc., in this fireside chat on day 3 of F3 2022. Discover an easier way of doing business with the J.B. Hunt 360°® platform. Manage the entire shipping process from start to finish, all in one place. See what the power of the J.B. Hunt 360 platform can do for you at jbhunt.com/power.Follow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

In this episode, Andy is joined by longtime retail and sustainability expert, Laura Phillips. Laura spent over 2 decades at Walmart where she served as SVP for Corporate Sustainability as well as SVP of Global Sourcing. Andy and Laura explore the evolution of sustainability, in-store challenges in an omnichannel world, and answer questions from Walton College of Business students. Big thank you to Molly Rapert, Katie Fowler, Arthur Cummisky, Megan Maciulski, and Kendall Wentworth for their questions!Questions and Topics00:00 Welcome to the Show00:50 Introducing Laura Phillips03:28 How do consumers view sustainability?6:01 The impact of personal sustainability8:30 How can supplier collaboration generate innovation?10:47 How can merchants be customer-centric?13:54 The power of observation15:24 How important is the in-store space in an omnichannel world?18:00 How can packaging impact the in-store effectiveness of a product?21:17 Questions from Walton College of Business students22:10 The role of curiosity in career growth24:30 How can corporations regain consumer trust regarding sustainability?26:29 What is the most unexpected challenge faced in sustainability?28:00 How can young adults lead a sustainable lifestyle?29:07 What is one thing you wish you knew entering the workforce?30:39 How a positive approach to difficult challenges can lead to success32:43 What the future looks like for Laura PhillipsShow LinksLaura Phillips: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-phillips-5412a52/Andy Murray: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlmurray/CCLI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/customer-centric-leadership-initiative-sam-m-walton-college-of-business/bigQUEST: https://www.bigquest.comStudent Profiles:Katie Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-fowler-144989248/Arthur Cummisky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-cummisky/Megan Maciulski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganmaciulski/Kendall Wentworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-wentworth/

David Shillingford, Chief Strategy Officer at Everstream Analytics, is joined by Lance Starks, Vice President of Global Sourcing and Integrated Supply Chain at Shaw, Inc., in this fireside chat on day 3 of F3 2022.Follow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Andy Gossage of UPGS answers my questions following publication today of strong results for FY 7/2022. Also a solid current trading update. So where's the consumer downturn? Andy makes lots of interesting points about supply chain, freight costs, gross margins, and other things of wider read-across to many other companies. UPGS sailed through the pandemic, and they seem pretty confident about sailing through this downturn too.As always, this is just for general interest, and is NOT a recommendation, nor advice. I did not charge a fee, and do not hold the shares personally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ken talks with Matt Lavery, Director of Global Sourcing, Recruiting & Onboarding for UPSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, my name is Iain Campbell-McKenna, and this is “Procurement in 5-minutes.” That's right, in 5-minutes I promise to tackle some of the biggest challenges and deepest questions our profession and industry face on a day-to-day basis.In today's Procurement in 5-Minutes, I am delighted to be joined by Kate Lovejoy, CPO of Global Sourcing at Genpact. Together we will tackle the straightforward yet complex question about outsourcing the indirect procurement function: "When does it make sense to outsource indirect procurement?" Visit Kate's LinkedIn profile @: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-lovejoy-dewey/ 

Modernizing procurement organizations from tactical to strategic takes more than new technology and upgraded processes. The individuals on the team will need to embrace change as well. Whether it is through improved relationships with internal stakeholders and key suppliers, or distributed authority to generate ideas and make decisions, everyone has a role to play. In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes Brian Chaplin, Director of Global Sourcing for Medline Industries. Brian has experience managing indirect procurement in manufacturing-centric industries like CPG, aerospace, and energy. He changed jobs during the pandemic, moving into healthcare distribution at a very interesting time in the industry, and has been working to formalize his team and modernize procurement operations since. In this conversation, Brian talks about his international team's journey towards strategic, value-oriented procurement: What it was like taking a role in healthcare during the pandemic, one that requires him to manage a remote team His vision for how Medline procurement can expand the value they deliver to all North American operations Positioning the value proposition of procurement in a sales and marketing driven organization The need for relationships building with suppliers, and how the team is pulling them closer while still emphasizing quality and performance

On today's episode of the RecruitingDaily Podcast, William Tincup speaks to  Vanessa Raath about how to run a global sourcing business from South Africa.

Guest Name: José Manuel Velarde, Senior Manager, Procurement at Huntsman Corporation, Language: English, Publication date: June, 08. 2022 Jose Manuel Velarde is an experienced supply chain professional with over twenty years of experience whose passion is to develop the next generation of supply chain leaders. His professional experience comes from leading and supporting global supply chain projects, CAPEX projects, and organizational supply chain transformations in the US and other twenty-one countries with global companies like Huntsman Corporation, KBR, Centrica, FMC Corporation, and CEMEX. At Huntsman Corporation, Jose is co-leading the procurement transformation for the Americas region, including the implementation of category management across all countries in the region and the development of Huntsman's Procurement University. Jose is a very active member in the local supply chain associations in Houston, serving various years in the local board of directors of the Association for Supply Chain Management, and participating with other local professional and non-profit associations. Jose is currently an adjunct professor of supply chain at the University of Houston and at North American University where he teaches courses in global supply chain, operations, distribution channels, procurement, capstone projects, and business. He is a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), a Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD), a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), and is Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM). Here are some of the highlights from the podcast: Global sourcing is becoming more and more relevant in today's globalization environment. It represents an enormous opportunity but also a situation that may create significant risks. The question now is how to assess the risks and how to mitigate them. What's your view on this? What are top risk management priorities in global sourcing? Are there any tools dealing with supply chain risks including sourcing risks helping companies with improving their decision-making process based on data analytics? What can be the key measures to keep up with the latest trends in global sourcing? Check out our other podcasts DIRECTORY here. You can connect with Jose over on Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bicarasupplychain/message

Where do emerging food leaders see the industry heading over the next five years? For the second year of our informal survey, we asked about 60 Cornell University food program students to rank the importance of various food trends including plant-based, sustainability, inflation, and more. Cornell University Professor Dan Hooker and one of his students join The Food Institute Podcast to help us break down the results. More About Dan Hooker: Dan is a global retail and consumer packaged goods executive with broad experience across diverse business environments and formats, leading traditional food retail operations and merchandising, as well as product development, consumer and category analytics, sourcing and procurement, global trading, national sales and ecommerce. Dan is an outstanding strategist and general manager, and he has led the successful startup of multiple diverse businesses. Known for and recognized as one of the world's leading authorities on retailers' proprietary brands, he has shaped clients' programs across four continents and eight classes of trade. His passion is in helping companies see their unique DNA and positioning and creating actionable marketing and sales strategies essential for their success. After earning a degree from Cornell University in Agribusiness and Marketing, Dan plunged headlong into retail joining Aldi Foods as a District Manager. In the early 1990's Wakefern/ShopRite was very concerned about Aldi's expansion east and Dan jumped at the opportunity to start a business, and moved to West Springfield, MA and opened the first Price Rite Store. Today there are over 70 Price Rite stores that generate over $1 Billion in annual revenue and they are a strategic growth driver for Wakefern. After spending two years at Arthur Andersen as a retail consultant Dan spent fourteen years at Daymon Worldwide working with manufacturers and retailers across the world. Dan's career at Daymon progressed rapidly, and In 2011 Dan was appointed to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) as the Chief Supplier Officer (CSO). As the CSO Dan was responsible for Category Management and Analytics, Supplier Relationships, Global Sourcing and Procurement and ran Daymon's import and export businesses. As a member of the ELT Dan was instrumental in re-inventing Daymon from consulting/brokerage company to a broader retail services company. Dan left Daymon at the end of 2013 and joined Trilliant Food and Nutrition in January of 2014 as the Vice President of Sales for national accounts and ecommerce. For the last four years Dan has focused on the digital channel selling to ecommerce retailers and running multi-million-dollar businesses for Walmart.com and Jet.com. And today, Dan is on the Faculty at the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University where he teaches both graduates and undergraduates in Food and Consumables Marketing, Supply Chain Strategy, and he is the Director of External Education for the Food Industry Management Program. Dan has an MBA from the University of Connecticut. To learn more about the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University, please visit: https://dyson.cornell.edu/ Sign-Up for FI Retail 360: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/cIOL5ME/FIRetail360 Mentioned in this Episode - Leveraging AI in Plant-Based Innovation: https://foodinstitute.com/podcast/leveraging-ai-in-plant-based-innovation/

Our special guest this week is Lee Bird, CEO of AtHome, the Home Decor Superstore that has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years growing to nearly 250 stores in 40 states. Lee brings a wealth of experience to his current role, having held leadership positions at a few brands you might have heard of, including Nike, Gap, Old Navy, and Ford. We dig deep into AtHome's incredible transformation from Garden Ridge, a struggling regional chain, to a re-branded national powerhouse. Lee takes us through the testing and customer insight that drove the new vision and re-concepting, while detailing the foundational elements that have provided critical to their success. We also explore the lessons learned from the pandemic and how AtHome is navigating current challenges with the supply chain, inflation and labor shortages.But first we kick-off our jam-packed episode with some personal news, celebrating Steve's book being selected as a Kindle Monthly Deal. For a limited time only you can buy the ebook version of Remarkable Retail: How to Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption for just $1.99 in both the United States and Canada. We also congratulate Michael on his Voice of Retail podcast reaching the 300 episode mark.Then we briefly recap Steve's whirlwind tour of new store concepts in the DC area, including Bloomie's (Bloomingdale's new small store format), Amazon Fresh and the first Whole Foods Store featuring Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology.We move on to dissect the hot retail news of the week, including Amazon's very disappointing earnings, "the death of irony"--also know as Meta's new physical store designed to sell the Metaverse--before pondering whether the merging of a slightly better than average retailer (Kohl's) with a struggling one (JC Penney) makes any sense whatsoever.  About UsSteve Dennis is an advisor, keynote speaker and author on strategic growth and business innovation. You can learn more about Steve on his       website.    The expanded and revised edition of his bestselling book  Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption is now available at  Amazon or just about anywhere else books are sold. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a      Forbes senior contributor and on       Twitter and       LinkedIn. You can also check out his speaker "sizzle" reel      here.Michael LeBlanc  is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice.   He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience, and has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career.  Michael is the producer and host of a network of leading podcasts including Canada's top retail industry podcast,       The Voice of Retail, plus  Global E-Commerce Tech Talks  ,      The Food Professor  with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois and now in its second season, Conversations with CommerceNext!  You can learn more about Michael   here  or on     LinkedIn. Be sure and check out Michael's latest venture for fun and influencer riches - Last Request Barbecue,  his YouTube BBQ cooking channel!

Global sourcing is a procurement approach aimed at utilizing global efficiencies in the delivery of products and services. Global sourcing, in a nutshell, is a “sourcing strategy” that coordinates the world's most cost-effective production and operation inputs, such as workers, materials, machinery, technology, suppliers, engineers, and other essential facilities.

What do future food leaders think about the food industry's prospects over the next five years? Professor Daniel Williams Hooker of Cornell University joins The Food Institute Podcast with three of his most gifted students to discuss the results of a recent survey produced in partnership with The Food Institute. The students offer their opinions on the importance of plant-based foods, food delivery, animal proteins, social causes, and more. Hosted By: Chris Campbell More About Daniel Williams Hooker Dan is a global retail and consumer packaged goods executive with broad experience across diverse business environments and formats, leading traditional food retail operations and merchandising, as well as product development, consumer and category analytics, sourcing and procurement, global trading, national sales and ecommerce. Dan is an outstanding strategist and general manager, and he has led the successful startup of multiple diverse businesses. Known for and recognized as one of the world's leading authorities on retailers' proprietary brands, he has shaped clients' programs across four continents and eight classes of trade. His passion is in helping companies see their unique DNA and positioning and creating actionable marketing and sales strategies essential for their success. After earning a degree from Cornell University in Agribusiness and Marketing, Dan plunged headlong into retail joining Aldi Foods as a District Manager. In the early 1990's Wakefern/ShopRite was very concerned about Aldi's expansion east and Dan jumped at the opportunity to start a business, and moved to West Springfield, MA and opened the first Price Rite Store. Today there are over 70 Price Rite stores that generate over $1 Billion in annual revenue and they are a strategic growth driver for Wakefern. After spending two years at Arthur Andersen as a retail consultant Dan spent fourteen years at Daymon Worldwide working with manufacturers and retailers across the world. Dan's career at Daymon progressed rapidly, and In 2011 Dan was appointed to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) as the Chief Supplier Officer (CSO). As the CSO Dan was responsible for Category Management and Analytics, Supplier Relationships, Global Sourcing and Procurement and ran Daymon's import and export businesses. As a member of the ELT Dan was instrumental in re-inventing Daymon from consulting/brokerage company to a broader retail services company. Dan left Daymon at the end of 2013 and joined Trilliant Food and Nutrition in January of 2014 as the Vice President of Sales for national accounts and ecommerce. For the last four years Dan has focused on the digital channel selling to ecommerce retailers and running multi-million-dollar businesses for Walmart.com and Jet.com. And today, Dan is on the Faculty at the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University where he teaches both graduates and undergraduates in Food and Consumables Marketing, Supply Chain Strategy, and he is the Director of External Education for the Food Industry Management Program. Dan has an MBA from the University of Connecticut. To learn more about the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University, please visit: https://dyson.cornell.edu/

Another amazing woman joins the platform and shares her Resiliency Story! Running is Life...for some folks and for this woman, her "Why" is what drives her to run her race(s). As a running enthusiast, Candy has completed over 150 half marathons, 14 full marathons, and three 50K races. After the tragic loss of her son, she found the energy to get out there and chart the course ahead, turning running into a passion and a lifestyle.Check out her bio below. LaChandra ("Candy") currently serves as the Director of Litigation Operations, leading an exceptionally talented team of litigation managers who handle lawsuits filed in the states of New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.Candy joined USAA in 2018 as a Senior Supply Chain Manager in Global Sourcing and Procurement, supporting Bank IT services. In this role, she designed sourcing solutions, negotiated agreements, and effectively managed third party relationships to ensure regulatory compliance, optimize return, and mitigate risk for USAA.Prior to USAA, Candy served 20 years in the United States Air Force.  She held a variety of leadership positions in C-130 aircraft, recruiting, and mission support squadrons before transferring to the Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps.  As a JAG and trial attorney, Candy represented the Air Force in complex, multi-million dollar contracting disputes before the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals, and federal courts and is also licensed to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Candy also supported contracting and acquisition personnel as the Deputy Staff Judge Advocate at an air logistics center.  In her final active duty assignment, she served as the Chief, Strategic Sourcing, providing strategic sourcing, acquisition, and fiscal law direction to 25 subordinate legal offices by reviewing requests for proposal (RFPs), source selection plans, price negotiation memoranda, sole source justifications, and other contracting actions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and departmental acquisition regulations.Candy earned an undergraduate degree in Political Science from Hampton University and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.  She also possesses a Master of Laws (LLM) degree in Government Procurement Law from The George Washington University. In addition to running, she enjoys reading, drawing, and travelling.  Candy is the proud parent of one daughter, Alexis (18), and son, Derrian (11). Tune in, Grab a glass of wine, and listen to the advise from this Everyday Shero!*Want to share your story or get our insight on any topic that impacts you the military woman, email us at camobeautystories@gmail.com. We LOVE to hear from YOU!Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, like, comment & SHARE on IG, FB & Twitter and join us  Friday's at 5PM EST on major podcast streaming platforms.The views and content shared on this podcast are personal and does not reflect the views of any branch of military service!Be Kind to your body, soul & mind!

Guest, Mike Bettley shares tips and tricks around shaping your career narrative and how to identify areas of strength. He touches on how to identify your strengths and leverage them to create an accomplishments-based resume, highlighting the talent you have and whether or not it brings you energy, to find a fulfilling career. As a thank you for listening, you'll receive 10% off of a one hour coaching call with your Host, Neha Khurram, Founder of Beam Career Coaching.Use one of the single-use coupons last updated Feb 18th (reach out to coach.neha.khurram@gmail.com for any issues in claiming the offer): RPQVRLXUQZDTAWAHZSZY5AB2FMBFFS8ZQAKPSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/career-catharsis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Phillips is a lifelong retailer and long-term Walmart associate. She leads our Global Sourcing and U.S. Manufacturing teams and played a huge role in our virtual Open Call event this year. Entrepreneurs and small businesses from 49 states pitched products manufactured in the U.S. to our merchants – and 4,800 were invited to marketplace. These suppliers have come up with innovative new items to meet the unique needs of our customers in several categories. Laura is a true merchant and is passionate about working with our customers, suppliers and associates. She joined The Huddle with John Furner to talk about how she started her career at Walmart as a store intern – and how we can continue making a positive difference in our country by investing in American jobs.

This episode of Supply Chain is Boring features Maryanne Ross. Maryanne has been active in adult education for over 25 years, starting her own training company in October 2001. She is recognized through the APICS Instructor Development Program as a Master Instructor for CPIM and CSCP and a Lead Instructor for Lean Enterprise, Global Sourcing and the Principles Courses. She is also recognized as a Master Instructor of new instructors for all three of the APICS Instructor Training Programs.Maryanne has 18 years of experience in a variety of manufacturing, purchasing and logistics positions, including automotive, medical, consumer goods, electronic and food industries. Maryanne has been an APICS member for over 25 years. She has developed interactive exercises to enhance the entire suite of APICS CSCP and CPIM review courses, and has served as a subject matter expert on the APICS CPIM, CSCP, and Principles content development committees. She has also been instrumental in creating activities and enhancements for the CPIM, Principles and Lean programs. Her passion is stimulating the learning experience for adult learners by creating hands on exercises that engage all learning styles. She is often engaged to deliver 5S and Lean training for Fortune 500 organizations, utilizing their internally developed curriculums, working in union and non-union environments She has trained several thousand participants around the world, working for clients such as Astra Zeneca, Exxon Mobil, AOL, Merck, DuPont, Volvo, Northrop Grumman, Hollister, GE, Fairchild Controls, The Hershey Company, JLG, Manitowoc Crane Group, Wabtec, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supply Chain is boring is hosted by Chris Barnes. Learn more and listen to other Supply Chain is Boring episodes here: www.supplychainnowradio.com/supply-chain-is-boring

At the 2019 Future of Sourcing Awards Boreing received the Future of Sourcing Award in the category of Governance/Compliance. With The Boeing Company entering its second century as the global leader in manufacturing commercial jetliners, defense, space and security systems, Boeing needed to be faster. The Indirect Supply Chain organization created a Governance Steering Committee, comprising both Boeing and suppliers, to drive innovative solutions that address challenges and foster the partnership in these efforts. It was created to assure all innovation and value from the partnership was recognized throughout the life of the contract with no value leakage. This model enables interaction at all levels – from operations through the CIO – to ensure alignment at strategic, tactical and operational levels.   On this episode, we are joined by Lisa Mickelson, Global Sourcing and Vendor Management, Boeing and Shawn Milender, Procurement Agent, Boeing who give us the inside scoop about the impact this project has had on their Procurement department. Learn more and see all of the winners on the Future of Sourcing Awards website.  

Welcome to a special edition of the Sourcing Industry Landscape podcast, hosted by Dawn Tiura, where we highlight Sourcing Star Award finalists for Sourcing Industry Group's (SIG) Future of Sourcing Awards. The finalists on this show have challenged the status quo over the course of their careers to achieve impressive results against the odds. The Sourcing Star Award will recognize an individual who has demonstrated inspiring, insightful and innovative work in the sourcing field over the course of their career in the space. About the Guests: Debbie Manos-McHenry, Chief Sourcing Officer, Huntington National Bank – Debbie has led significant technology projects and is regarded for her ability to sustain year-over-year savings in a lean environment. She shares wisdom from her impressive career: don't run from adopting new technology, retain and train team members who can evolve into strategic roles, and embrace the power and knowledge that can be derived from data.   Jennifer Shepherd, Director of Global Sourcing and Procurement, Russell Investments – Jennifer shares how she led a comprehensive telecom transformation project to drive 90-percent savings by winning over adversarial stakeholders and changing her organization's consumption of telecom technology. Even though she is a big proponent of process, she advocates for thinking outside of the box and, against the odds, not taking no for a final answer.   Kate Vitasek, Faculty and Author, University of Tennessee (UT) – Kate is the thought leader and creator behind the Vested Sourcing Business Model, which grew out of her research team at UT. She has authored six books on this concept over the course of 18 years that have led global companies to achieve significant cost savings and improvements. As an educator, researcher and sourcing expert, Kate advocates for challenging the old way of doing business and shares how her background in supply chain management has influenced her Vested methodology.

Welcome to a special edition of the Sourcing Industry Landscape podcast, hosted by Dawn Tiura, where we highlight Sourcing Star Award finalists for Sourcing Industry Group's (SIG) Future of Sourcing Awards. The finalists on this show have led teams that champion intricate processes and complex governance issues, while humbly noting that their team's input and expertise help produce the final, positive outcome. The Sourcing Star Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated inspiring, insightful and innovative work in the sourcing field over the course of their career in the space. About the Guests: • Deepak Bansal, Head of IT Sourcing and Vendor Management, Envision Healthcare (EVHC) – As EVHC undergoes a divestiture of its business, Deepak has led the effort to disentangle hundreds of IT contracts while maintaining cost consistency. Deepak shares the details of the disentanglement methodology that he developed, which will also be published in Forbes, alongside his thought leadership content on information technology, vendor risk management and sourcing. • Kristin Gallagher, Director of Global Sourcing and Investment, Russell Investments – Kristin led the transformation of a market data project for Russell Investments, an extremely difficult category to manage in financial services. She not only drastically reduced spend but received recognition for best-in-class management when benchmarking the category against 10 peer companies, including Northern Trust, JPMorgan Chase and Bank of New York Mellon, among others. • Linda Tuck Chapman, President, Ontala Performance Solutions – Linda was one of the first CPOs in the financial services industry. She is currently CEO of her own consulting firm and a leading expert in third-party risk. Linda is a published author, an adjunct professor at the Wharton School of Business and one of the founding members of the SIG Resource Center. She also serves as faculty for SIG University's Certified Third Party Risk Management program.