Brian Straight’s Post

Dealing with People and Change. A great summary of key competencies of supply chain leadersip by SCMR which reminds me that so much of what we do revolves around people. We design processes and storage methodologies, transportation networks and multi-modal connections. But it's the people driving demand which is the raison d'être of supply chain. How do you bring together a team to execute successfully? One characteristic which I think a lot of us have in common in this industry is that we thrive on change. We enjoy the endless variability and change forcing us to adapt and learn. Where every day is different than the last. #ambiguity #supplychainmanagement #leadership

According to a Gartner survey, organizations are investing heavily in new technology to advance supply chain planning, spending on average $4.8 million on their most recent SCP transformation projects. As organizations look to deploy new technology, the planner’s role is set to dramatically evolve. Supply chain planning leaders are expecting their teams to increasingly take on value-added tasks, from plan generation to evaluation, from administration to orchestration, and from a focus on precision to one of resilience. Leaders also want digitally dexterous planners, who showcase a willingness and adaptability to adopt new and emerging technologies to support business outcomes. #leadership #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #growth #innovation

Effective Supply Chain Management is crucially important in today's dynamic environment, characterised by interconnected markets, geopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and evolving customer expectations. Join tutors Dr Rob Collins and Chris Percival for this two-day High Impact Supply Chain Management course, specifically designed for Supply Chain Managers who are developing into broader SCM leadership roles, and Executives responsible for SCM in their organisations. 🔗Find out more: https://buff.ly/3xa9Clt

Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management - a pretty decent course. Quite some information + you don't need to make notes as the transcript is already there like an article. European Institute of Leadership and Management

In today’s fast-changing world, adaptability has become procurement’s superpower. 🌍 Gone are the days of cutting costs and negotiating contracts—today’s procurement teams need to be agile, tech-savvy, and proactive. Whether overcoming supply chain disruptions or championing sustainability, adaptability keeps businesses ahead. Are you curious about how to cultivate this skill and thrive in uncertain times? Check out our latest blog on why adaptability is more important than ever for procurement leaders. #ProgressiveFinance #ProcurementLeadership

It's always great to be back on Rocky Top with my colleagues! Another successful Global Supply Chain Institute at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Forum in the books! Here are a few simple takeaways from various sessions from the 3 day event: 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Data Analytics Critical Thinking Effective Communication Continuous Improvement 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Many leaders never intended to take on leadership roles; they were identified and tapped for these positions without any experience. Organizations need to enhance their training programs to better equip leaders for success. 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: In our rapidly changing world, leaders must grasp the nuances of political science and its impact on the supply chain. This is especially important as policies that the new administration will put into place will impact global supply chains. 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: Being a visible leader is crucial. It fosters trust and engagement within teams. 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 Supply chain leaders have the opportunity and responsibility to create value within their organizations. By understanding how supply chains can drive value, they can positively impact the bottom line.

Supply chain management is never stagnant, so quality supply chain leadership relies on continuous learning and growth. This is the only way to meet the needs of supply chain organizations and the people they serve.

Mastering these essential supply chain leadership skills is crucial for earning the trust of your team and propelling your supply chain to success. ASCM Insights via Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Rennie https://bit.ly/49JB0Ve #ascminsights #supplychain #leadership #careers

"Data-driven leadership in procurement isn't just a buzzword—it's the future." In 2015, managing procurement relationships was all about stability and connections.... At least according to the guy who was running tenders with the largest BCOs in the world on behalf of one of the top freight forwarders in the world. Fast forward to today, and the ecosystem (and the role as well) has transformed dramatically. Based on dozens of recent conversations with leading procurement teams at BCOs, {{linkedin_mention(urn:li:person:H-I3l1PJpE|Christian Wilhelm)}} drops four areas that best-in-class procurement leaders are focusing on: 1. New team structures 2. New procurement playbooks 3. New types of data 4. New tech Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/dfxPgcey #ProcurementLeadership #Procurement

Every company with demand and customer requires an strategist on Supply Chain..