Logistics & Supply Chain Management

What is the biggest mistake you have ever made in your career and what did you do to learn from/overcome it?

I am working for a small-business start-up and am about to begin the process of outsourcing. This is a new role for me and I want to make sure I do the best job and don't jeopardize the business f… more

My company is making more of a shift to e-commerce and I'm struggling with developing operations that meet the customers' shipping needs. What are the best approaches to shifting seamlessly?

any customer logistic managers care to share key KPI’s your team measures. I am working on a dashboard for customers and have identified OTIF, any others you find key to share?

Does your company ever offer free tickets or perks to local events/attractions?

How much does a senior demand planner get paid? I understand different cities have different ranges. If you can post the pay with the city. It'd be very helpful!

Thanks!

What is the typical amount of time it takes you to commute to your office and what city is your office located?

Do you have your own office or have to work in a shared space with others? My office is very much a shared space, but it negatively affects my work with difficulty keeping my attention sustained witho… more

I saw that Maersk had introduced Remote Container Management, which monitors the temperature and humidity of their shipping containers for perishable cargo. Does anybody's company use something si… more

What is the most controversial topic that you have to deal with at work?

I'm currently having push-back with implementation of more automation strategies from higher ups. I just don't understand because it would optimize supply chain. How do I continue to push for … more

What is the best piece of advice that you have been given regarding work?

Do you live off of checklists at work or is that just me?

My apologies if this isn’t the right question. Looking to break into logistic (Not as a driver) most like a coordinator can you make at least 800 dollars net? Which jobs in logistics pay you decent mo… more

Has anyone noticed an uptick in companies outsourcing their supply chain to contractors as opposed to hiring candidates? I'm CONSTANTLY being contacted for 3-12 month contract roles (with Zero ben… more

What are some of the management styles you would say you use the most? For example, Laissez Faire, democratic, etc.

Raise your hand if you have ever been personally victimized by your company's SCM system?

Currently daydreaming of my next vacation - what's the most cost-effective and fun trip you have taken? How easy was it to take time off?

I have a question for anyone that would like to give their thoughts. We make and sell mattresses online. We have a customer service rep that counts our shipping labels daily. Then we create a PO and s… more

I had somebody tell me that their company has several small social events every month or so, but that they have a company-wide ski trip and beach trip once a year. Apparently, things close down for Th… more

My daughter keeps saying it's "take your daughter to work day" and it makes me laugh just thinking about how it would go. I enjoy my work but I truly believe that if I take her with me s… more

Does anyone have any experience working with Amazon? I feel like it would be a great company to start with for supply chain but have heard mixed reviews on the working environment.

Would a coding or database language be more beneficial in SCM?

In your careers have you seen more success from introverted or extroverted employees/coworkers and why do you believe that is?

Best amenities you have experienced at a company?

What are some skills you have learned that do not pertain to your role in supply chain but have benefitted you in your day-to-day activities?

For small companies- does your inventory control fall to your purchasing department or production department?

Has anyone found JDE to be more efficient than SAP and if so how?

My nephew is really interested in supply chain but just isn't great with school/tests. I did not share the same struggles, so I am having difficulty with pointing him to the right resources or pro… more

Do you ever do any programs or websites to increase knowledge or skills? Not sure if I should be pursuing things like that.

What are some ways your team or company have used Agile in order to improve processes or have used in a project?

The company I'm working for is willing to use Amazon Business.

I'm not convinced that use this service for C category spend is relevant and performant.

Has anybody already use AB, and could share with me it… more

Where I went to college there was no major for supply chain at the time. Does anyone know if that is a common thing at other universities?

"Wars have been won or lost primarily because of logistics." Dwight D. Eisenhower was a pretty smart guy

Have your companies transitioned to a hybrid work schedule of remote and in the office since the pandemic? Or have they returned to a pre-pandemic work week?

New year, new hobbies! What are some things you like/have time to do outside of work?

Does consulting experience qualify for CPSM?

Does anybody have any insight or connections to H-E-B? I am interested in learning more about the company and possibly pursuing a position.