UOW Supply Chain Success Society

🚀 Amazon Graduate Opportunity: 2025 Manager, Supply Chain Program Hey everyone, Amazon has just announced an exciting Graduate Program for 2025, and applications are now open! 🎉 💼 Program Highlights A 2-year rotational program starting in Q1 2025 Hands-on experience in Amazon’s cutting-edge supply chain operations Opportunities to develop leadership skills in a global organization 🎓 Eligibility: This program is perfect for graduates finishing at the end of 2024 who are ready to kickstart their careers with a world-leading company. 📅 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gGiUxeRy This is your chance to gain unparalleled exposure to one of the most innovative supply chain systems in the world! #AmazonCareers #GraduateProgram #SupplyChainManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureLeaders #CareerOpportunities #GlobalCareers

Thank you to our Amazon speakers, Stephen Lavery and Nandini S Rao, for speaking at our Industry Talk on Wednesday! Stephen and Nandini shared insights into their Planning and Operations teams, as well as their sustainability initiatives. We would like to thank Professor Markus Wagner for joining us, and Sydney Business School, University of Wollongong for hosting us. University of Wollongong Faculty of Business & Law, University of Wollongong #UOW #ThisIsUOW

🌟 Hey everyone! 🌟 Exciting opportunity ahead! Join us at the University of Wollongong, Faculty of Business & Law, University of Wollongong, Sydney Business School, University of Wollongong CBD Campus to hear from some of Amazon’s finest as they dive into the world of Supply Chain Operations. 🚚💡 You’ll get to learn from their Head of Planning and Inbound Supply Chain Leader on how they manage Amazon’s supply chain strategies, ensuring smooth daily operations, and advancing sustainability efforts 🌱✨ 📍 Location: Room 250, Sydney Business School, UOW Sydney CBD Campus, Darling Park, Tower 1, Level 2/201 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000 🚆 Just a 5-minute walk from Townhall Station! 📅 Date: Wednesday, 2nd October ⏰ Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm 💵 Fee: $5 Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and network with industry leaders! See you there! 👋🎤 #UOW #Sydney #SupplyChain #Amazon #Sustainability #BusinessSchool #Networking #Event

Wayfinder Freight Heartland Tours - Supply Chains Careers for Women Hey everyone, our friends from Amazon has an exciting opportunity for our lady friends interested in Supply Chain! There are only 10 slots left so register fast. See below for more information: Our pilot Freight Heartland Awareness Tour is kicking off at the Amazon ‘Robotics’ Distribution Centre in Kemps Creek on Monday, 30th September 2024. The trial is about attracting women into the industry and showing them what modern supply chain careers look like.   This event is a fantastic opportunity for people interested in exploring a new career path in Australia’s thriving logistics and supply chain industry. o  This event is completely free. o  Participants must be 18 + o  Participants must have the right to live and work in Australia (unrestricted work visa, PR or citizenship) o  Food and swag bags will be provided to all participants. o  People of all backgrounds, experiences and education levels are welcome.   The Sydney poster is attached with a QR code for registration.   Sydney - Monday 30th September (all day) Morning session and lunch with a tour of Amazon ‘Robotics’ Distribution Centre at Kemps Creek o   Community Awareness Course explains supply chain and freight logistics for people new to the industry and introduces the broad range of great careers. o   Young industry ambassadors will share their stories. o   Industry executives will explain job and career opportunities in modern supply chain o   National Intermodal will provide a brief presentation on the employment opportunities at a national intermodal terminal. Bus tour (with the bus returning to Kemps Creek at the end of the day): o   QUBE IMEX Intermodal Terminal – Moorebank o   DP World Stevedores - Port Botany o   NSW Ports – Port Botany for afternoon tea.

Supply Chain Case Study Competition From the 5th to the 30th of August, we hosted our first ever Supply Chain Case Study Competition. Our Industry Partners, Droppoint and University of Wollongong Sustainability Team from the Facilities Management Division, provided case studies based on current issues. In teams of up to three, participants prepared and presented innovative solutions to the two case studies. Participants were graded on their understanding of the case studies, analysis and strategic thinking, solution and recommendation, and lastly their presentation and communication skills. Team Fulfillment Force: Lucy P., Jee Chu, Sherwin Pinto Team Lotus: Nhã Phan, Caroline Tran, Ellie Nguyễn Team 3: Nam Doan, Jade Nguyen, Phạm Thuỳ Dương Nguyễn Team Flow Trios: hương Quynh Vo, Warittha Lertwichakorn, Linh Pham Team SupplyX: Darshit Dobariya, Vishnu Nadan Palaniswamy Team Insight: Reshad Hassan Anonnyo We are thrilled to announce that First Place was awarded to Team Lotus for their outstanding performance, with Team Flow Trios and Team 3 earning well-deserved Second and Third Place honors respectively. Congratulations to all three teams for their remarkable achievements! We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants for their dedication and hard work. The case studies were challenging, but each team rose to the occasion, delivering exceptional ideas and presentations. A special thank you to our judges - Mitch Woellner, Clayton McDowell, PhD, James Roth, Matthew Pepper, and Erin Snape for taking time out to judge each of the team's presentations.

🔊 AMAZON JOB OPPORTUNITY OPEN: Good afternoon graduates! We have exciting job opportunities from our Industry Partner Amazon: Graduate Area Manager roles in NSW commencing ASAP. Visit links bellow to view vacancies at Amazon’s Fulfillment Centres in NSW: 1) Moorebank, NSW - https://lnkd.in/dz3PCYFR 2) Kemps Creek, NW - https://lnkd.in/dKtGKcC6

Interested in becoming an Executive in 2025 for the Supply Chain Success Society? Email us your resume and cover letter by the 28th of August 5.00pm at uow.scs.society@outlook.com. Successful candidates will receive an email for an interview on the 3rd of September.

Supply Chain Sustainability Symposium Yesterday, we held our inaugural Supply Chain Sustainability Symposium. The Supply Chain Symposium – titled “Supply Chain Sustainability: Efforts throughout the Chain” looks to bring together the Supply Chain industry and UOW to share about sustainability initiatives and provide a platform for collaboration and discussion for a greener supply chain in Australia. Professor Dilan Thampapillai, acting Executive Dean for Faculty of Business and Law, welcomed our presentors and student attendees. Associate Professor Matthew Pepper, Discipline Lead for Supply Chain Management, spoke about the growing importance of sustainability in supply chain. The keynote speech was given by Dr Peter Robertson and his speech helped set the tone for the day. A massive thank you to all our presentors for taking time out of your busy schedules and joining us to share your knowledge and experience. We had riveting discussions, the opportunity for attendees to network, and numerous takeaways from all the amazing sharings. Industry Presentors Amanda MacKinnell MBA MAIPM from L3Harris Technologies Fiona Shedden from BlueScope Zlatko Todorcevski from Konvoy Kathleen Packer (GAICD) Director of University of Wollongong Facilities Management Division Academic Presentors Ethan Nikookar (PhD) - Supply Chain Anti-Fragility PhD Candidates Rio Bire - Sustainable Tourism Basma K. - Humanitarian Supply Chain Ishara Mudiyansege & Komudya Chathurangi - Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Complex Service Supply Chains Panel Discussion Facilitator - Associate Professor Associate Professor Belinda Gibbons, Acting Dean of School of Business Jacki Johnson Mitch Woellner Louis Angeli Lastly, we would like to thank our Advisors, Erin Snape and Associate Professor Matthew Pepper, for guiding and helping us in making this Symposium possible. We would also like to thank the Faculty of Business & Law, University of Wollongong for their support of our event.

We are thrilled to announce our inaugural Supply Chain Sustainability Symposium titled Supply Chain Sustainability: Efforts Throughout the Chain. Happening on the 6th of August at UOW Wollongong Campus, the Symposium looks to bring together the Supply Chain industry and UOW to share about sustainability initiatives and provide a platform for collaboration and discussion for a greener supply chain in Australia. We have an excellent list of speakers from both industry and UOW, this is something you don't want to miss! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g4q__ga4

We are thrilled to announce our inaugural Supply Chain Sustainability Symposium titled Supply Chain Sustainability: Efforts Throughout the Chain. Happening on the 6th of August at UOW Wollongong Campus, the Symposium looks to bring together the Supply Chain industry and UOW to share about sustainability initiatives and provide a platform for collaboration and discussion for a greener supply chain in Australia. Register by clicking on the link below and we hope to see you there! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g4q__ga4