Posts Tagged ‘Supply Chain Personnel’
What Are You Forgetting at Your Next Interview?
It’s common knowledge that you need to be prepared if you want to be successful in an interview. When the day arrives, you will have probably investigated the company thoroughly and gone over the job description several times. And yet, there’s still more preparation you could do to be able to boost your odds of…
Read MoreGive Thanks to Your Network in Less Time Than You Think
Networking sounds simple enough: Reach out to people you already know and try to connect with people who share a common professional interest. However, it takes work to not only grow a network but also keep the connections within it strong. Although you might struggle to set aside any extra time, it doesn’t mean you…
Read More5 Steps to Improve Your LinkedIn Profile Right Now
With many hiring managers regularly turning to social media to screen candidates, putting together a polished LinkedIn profile should be a top priority for every job seeker. It is important to note that a LinkedIn profile and a resume are not the same thing and must be dealt with differently. You will see some crossover…
Read MoreHot Job: Global Demand Planner in Philadelphia
At ZDA, we have a great opportunity for supply chain professionals looking for a global demand planner position in the Philadelphia area. A global demand planner’s primary responsibilities are facilitating the monthly sales and operations planning (S&OP) process. This includes working with different departments to gather information and develop it into a robust process or…
Read MoreHow Do Supply Chain Ethics Play a Role in Your Business?
In his new book Real Food/Fake Food, author Larry Olmstead described how a range of food products, from olive oil to coffee, have been adulterated by manufacturers in an attempt to cut costs. For instance, many olive oils have been found to be diluted with other lower grade oils. Investigations have also found honey is…
Read MoreWill You Like Your Boss? How You Can Tell in the Interview!
Going into a job interview, you’re probably most concerned about making a good impression on your potential future boss. However, the interview is also a chance for you to size up the person on the other side of the equation and determine if she or he will be a dream to work for, or a…
Read MoreWhat Should You Focus on If You Haven’t Made a New Hire in a Long Time?
In the deepest depths of the Great Recession, hiring new employees was something many companies just didn’t do. But now, with the economy on the upswing, many companies are finding they need to bring on more help, and the hiring process is something that has really fallen out of practice. Companies that haven’t hired in…
Read MoreWant to Develop Supply Chain Talent? Don’t Just Focus on the Technical Side
With the current dearth of supply chain talent, companies are scrambling to hire candidates and train employees with the focus on technical skills. However, simply making sure someone knows his or her way around an ERP system can be short-sighted. With the expanding scope of modern supply chains and the increasing part a supply chain…
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