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Strategic Sourcing Manager – MRO and Capital Procurement, Denver, CO
We have an exciting new supply chain procurement opportunity in Denver, CO. MRO & Capital Equipment, a profitable manufacturing company, is seeking a talented Strategic Sourcing/Commodity Manager. This person will be responsible for leading a $35M spend category (which is a greenfield opportunity), some capital equipment sourcing, driving supplier quality, service performance, cost saving and…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Chat About Your Upcoming Interview
Maybe it’s been a while since you’ve interviewed for a job in the supply chain distribution. Maybe you’re new to the process. Either way, it’s a good idea to keep a few things in mind before you start the process. Every year, a national career site surveys hiring managers and compiles a list of the worst…
Read MoreTime Moves On – Evolving Your Job Hunt Strategy in 2014
Job searching today has become an entirely new game. And if you’re playing by the old rules, you may find yourself on the losing team, again and again. Between changes in the supply chain industry and the job search technology, your job search strategy needs to change, also. Tougher times call for stronger personal/professional support…
Read MoreHow Can Making Referrals Boost Your Career?
Have you ever referred a friend or colleague for a job in the supply chain? If not, you may want to consider doing so. Why? Your referrals of other candidates can make a big impact on your own supply chain career. First, if you recommend someone for a job at your own current company, and…
Read MoreEntering the Supply Chain Industry? Here Are Interview Questions to Expect
You’ve graduated from college with a degree in supply chain. Congratulations! You’ve made an excellent choice—the supply chain industry is up and coming. Your first hurdle is going through the interview process to get your first supply chain job. Knowing that supply chain has become a competitive industry, are you ready for those interviews? Some…
Read MoreTop Supply Chain Companies in the U.S. and How to Work for One
Gartner, Inc., the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company, recently released its ninth annual list of the Supply Chain Top 25 companies. These companies earned the honor after being evaluated on how well they integrate demand, supply and product into a value network that creates a profit. While two of the Top 5…
Read MoreHow to Be Found (and Recruited!) for Top Supply Chain Positions
Are you happy with your job, but feel like it might be time to move on? Or, would you be interested in knowing if a great career growth opportunity comes up? In a competitive industry like supply chain, you need to be proactive. How? To ensure that you’ll be considered for potential positions, you need…
Read MoreSupply Chain is Proving to Be a Great Career Choice!
If you’re in the supply chain industry, you made a smart career choice. Why? Report after report and conversations with supply chain recruiters indicate that after a couple of tough years following the recession in 2008, the demand for skilled people continues to exceed the supply, so salaries for graduates are on the rise. Even…
Read MoreAre You Finding The Hidden Supply Chain Positions?
Unlike some other industries, lack of talent is usually not a problem in the supply chain industry. In fact, hiring in supply chain is very competitive. Top talent is always in high demand, and there is almost always a wealth of talent applying for a limited number of jobs. And many of the best supply…
Read MoreLooking for Your Next Supply Chain Job? Get a Leg Up By Utilizing these LinkedIn Tips and Tricks
The best supply chain job opportunities can be difficult to find – and once you have applied, you are competing against a very talented candidate pool. Your resume, cover letter, and recruiter can all speak to your qualifications, but that doesn’t mean you will automatically stand out from the other candidates. One job search outlet…
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