Archive for August 2014
Hot Jobs in Supply Chain: Purchasing/Product Manager
What are the usual duties of a Purchasing Manager? In this role, you’ll direct the buying activities for a company, government agency, or organization. You’ll be responsible for identifying global sources of materials, selecting suppliers, arranging contracts, and managing relationships. You’ll coordinate with materials management and manufacturing to ensure timely delivery of proper materials and…
Read MoreAre you offering competitive Supply Chain Salaries?
You may think you can offer a lower salary to a supply chain candidate who has been out of work for a while, or is new to the job market. After all, shouldn’t they be grateful for any salary they can get? Well, no. A savvy supply chain professional will know exactly what his or…
Read MoreAre You Having Trouble Hiring Supply Chain Talent? Could The Reason Be Your Interview Process?
You may be great at identifying and finding supply chain talent, but if you can’t bring them onboard at your company, what good does it do you? It may be time to change your hiring process to change your hiring luck. Take a look at how your company hires to see if you’re making any…
Read MoreDo You Think there is a Decline in the Pool of Supply Chain Talent?
According to a recent survey, hiring managers in the supply chain are highly concerned about mid-management vacancies and what they see as a declining pool of talent. What has caused this supposed shortage of supply chain talent? In most cases, it is attributed to a skills gap—people with undergraduate and graduate degrees in supply chain…
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