Archive for September 2012
Recognizing – and Retaining – Good Supply Chain Talent
Even during the height of the recession, supply chain leaders were worrying about talent recruitment and retention. And now, as the market improves, many candidates are poised to change jobs. What can you do to retain your best employees? Do you recognize the qualities that make them productive and successful? When you think of employee…
Read MoreIncrease Your Hireability by Expanding Your Skill Set
As the economy continues to improve, so does the market for supply chain jobs. But that doesn’t mean you’ll automatically get hired. Many companies need to do more with less, so they’re looking for a wider range of very specific skills. For example, many material handling and logistics managers need qualified workers to take on…
Read MoreUse Exit Interviews to Help With Future Hiring
Some supply chain managers wonder, “Are exit interviews a waste of time?” They are if you ignore the information you receive. Further talent loss can be prevented, and future hiring can be more successful, if management takes the time to analyze the information they can gather during the process. Why Survey Exiting Employees? First, jumping…
Read MoreKey Account Manager – Industrial Engineered Product Sales, Chicago, IL
Growing & Profitable Global Fortune 500 Company seeking talented Key Account Manager for one of their large global accounts. Will be responsible for growing business with large strategic key account. Will communicate to corporate the needs of the customer and detailed planning. Lead business development, work with internal organization regarding needs, develop and maintain strong…
Read MoreBest Practices for Making the Most of Uncertain Times: How Important is Talent?
Managing a supply chain company in our still uncertain economy can be challenging. The people you employ probably have to do more with less, and you may have less money to work with overall. In this situation, it may seem foolish to hire more people. You may think it makes more sense to find more…
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