Any book recommendations on advanced procurement/sourcing concepts?

Most popular books I find such as 'Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference' are not detailed/deep enough.

Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

I have over 12 years in B2B sales/sales management experience along with a graduate degree. I am wanting to shift gears and I am at a point where I can invest time in myself to learn through practical experience. The new industry I am wanting to pursue is real estate investment. I have read all the books but want some hands on experience on the property management side. How could I best leverage my skills for a role in this, and what should my expectations be for negotiation in compensation?

Any good book recommendations for profitability and performance management for banking industry? Or books on best practices for calculating economic capital?

Anyone have favorite management books? New manager here 👋

Hi All,

Moving out of IT consulting to Product Management side in the next couple of weeks.
The new company I will join is an e-commerce division of a leading food retail group.

Any suggestions about books/ videos that I can access to learn the basics of the retail side??

Upcoming interview with large tech company for biz ops go-to-market role. Any book recommendations to learn about go-to-market / sales op strategies for tech?

Recommended books for learning more about effective organizational design, team interactions, and workflow management best practices?

Hi friends! I’m looking for resources to help me be successful in a “Functional Lead” role.

The role is in FinTech
I’m responsible for strategy, comms and key partnerships for a bank product. It reports through Customer Experience but touches product, Ops. marketing. It’s basically a Project Manager role but more nuanced.

Anyone out there in a role like this? Any books. videos or even best practices to share?

Any good books or articles worth reading on product marketing and analytics? I come from more of a technical and general product management background, so I personally feel like I lack on the marketing side. Like Search engine optimization, etc. Thank you.

I’m need some 🌶🌶spicy🌶🌶 book recommendations ✨

Personal finance book recommendations?

Educational book recommendations! I love to read, please list any educational books you loved, especially related to special education!

Any good recommended books on how to build a scalable product and team? I'm looking for recommendations for two areas: 1) in general laying the groundwork in a startup to have the tools and especially processes in place to scale, and 2) tactical focus on building a SaaS project. I've been promoted into a management role from Dev roots, so need to learn more PM processes to be an effective manager in day job, plus would like to start building my own SaaS solution.

First year review: I have to become a better legal writer/ writer in general. Writing was never a strong suit and this has to change.

Please drop book recommendations!!

Thoughts on: 1) the winning brief; 2) point made; 3) legal writing in plain English

I have been in client facing wealth management as an advisor for 10 years. I haven’t built a book of business because I’ve worked for mostly discount brokers (Merrill edge, TDA, Etrade). I want to know how to transition to a non client facing role in wealth management or another financial role. I am series 7 and series 66 licensed. Any thoughts?

Im moving from core Auto product management role to software development product management role.
Can you please share what should I read to brush up basics on SW PM?
Courses, books, blogs, anything is welcome!
Let's make this group a little active!

Good nonfiction book recommendations? What are you all reading?

Any book recommendations for soft skills at an agency/studio? For stuff like giving feedback, meetings, presentations, client interaction, etc.

Agile program managers, I am looking to dedicate a few hours per day to growth. Would appreciate any great book, podcast, skill building recommendations on managing agile software dev programs, specifically working automotive user interface and design.

Does anyone have any book recommendations for information on buying a house?

I heard Deloitte won't apply Green Card till 2 years after joining. I'm 3 years from H1b max out. 2 years is too late for me. Any possibility to get an earlier start during offer negotiation?

Ca 41510 Bay Area,Hi, hello hope everyone is having a successful day! Any suggestions on what a master scheduler should be making $$$/ surgery scheduler ) over 89% of surgeries are scheduled and completed and over 95% keep routine appointments and follow up . Appreciate your time!

Wanna a learn Data Science cource.Anya vs suggestions please

My utilization is 90% but all of my clients are small jobs. Does that look worse than someone who works on the larger, higher revenue generating jobs with all else equal (utilization/performance)?

My company reimburses CFA exam fees if I clear level the exam and if I stay in the firm for 2yrs from reimbursement date. I don’t wish to be here for 2yrs. . Can i still apply for CFA scholarship?

Great Wall, Germantown, MD has disposable masks, nitrile gloves, and 50ml and 500ml hand sanitizer down by register 10 today.

Been seeing a lot of gt500 slander in this bowl what’s up with that 🤔

Trying to find a very nice weekender/duffle for my boyfriend. Price isn’t a concern- I’d like good value for $$ however! Not opposed to any brand (designer or otherwise).

Anyone know if I can fly DXB > LHR > USA (leaving this open ended) as a visa holder? With a National interest exception to the presidential proclamation.

Any one got the retention offer from TCS ?

Does anyone still play StarCraft?

Weekly Hot take, the lack of couch Co-op is the reason gaming doesn't feel like it hits the same. I miss the days of bringing over the crew to play a game that isn't smash bros. One of my best memories is playing Tower fall with my college friends in my dorm.

Anyone here going to the EY holiday party this Thursday alone? I am 😅 and i think i’d be fun to meet other gals and keep each other company!

I got into Management a year ago and now I miss developing. How do software engineers turned managers feel about their switch over to people management?

You're a new manager with direct reports. One of your directs is very determined. You consider yourself a good manager so you want to help them grow. They are killing it and taking on an enormous of workload, and executing flawlessly. Do you let them continue killing it? Ask how they're doing? Or warn/advise them on how to avoid burnout?

Hi Fishes,
Could you please shed some light on Manager(M3) role in L&T insurance domain.
Appreciate your review

I have 150k miles available in United, would you suggest to use it for next flight to Asia (15hr) or keep it and exchange for something else??

any startups worth looking at? I think I'm done with consulting and would love to go to a SC startup that's using analytics and tech

Anyone familiar with what comp is like for Supply Chain Consultant at Slalom?

I am currently in Healthcare space and looking to jump to Supply Chain Management. Any resource/study materials/courses recommendations? Want to understand basics of the industry with special focus on sustainable SC.

TIA

Hey folks, what’s everyone’s thought on sustainability as a focus for supply chain. A lot of the work I do is optimization, supply chain excellence and the like of that. I’ve done some work in carbon footprint, it what’s everyone’s take on getting a masters of sustainability and going deep in as a SME in supply chain sustainability?

What’s the most valuable supply chain skill at the moment, and why? Trying to decide on an investment strategy and welcome input

Hi all, has anyone in supply chain taken one of the certification exams? (CPSM, CPSD, CSCP)
Does it help in any way besides refreshing contents about supply chain? I was thinking might be a good way to strengthen my resume (most of my career in investment analysis) but not really sure if it really brings that much value. Any insights appreciated. #supplychain #cpsm #cpsd #cscp #education #certifications

Anyone from Accenture? Have some positions I am interested in. Requesting a referral .

Can anyone refer to tier 1 or tier 2 consulting firm? I have 6 years experience is supply chain.

Thanks

Anyone with connections to potential in-house scm opportunities in the NYC area?

At this point in my life, consulting is really burning me out, would love to be in house where I can learn and grow at a pace that is more sustainable.

Anyone has good resources on how companies set-up their logistic network in Africa? I found an article on Coca Cola but I am rather looking for heavy machinery companies

Looking for APICS CSCP study material. Anybody looking to part or share - let's work out a price.

What are your thoughts on APICS CSCP certification? Is it truly worth the time? Industrial engineer with 2 YOE, looking for advise on whether is a good investment or not. Thanks!

Where are the main hubs for supply chain consulting in the US? Where is your firms largest SC team located? Or are most SC consultants spread out all over the country to serve local clients (similar to Europe)? I have been hinted by a partner for an opportunity to relocate and I am looking for tips regarding location.

Any tips when preparing for CSCP?

What are the possible exit opps., from consulting & analytics roles in SaaS companies like Kinaxis, Llamasoft, BlueYonder etc.?

1. Looking for a mix of analytics & strategy opportunities
2. How difficult is switching from SaaS based company to industry (CPG/Retail/Manfg.) for strategy roles? I believe switching would be easy from consulting (big 4/chainalytics etc boutique firms) as compared from software based. Correct me if wrong.

Education - MS Industrial Engg.

I’m currently in change management and have no experience in supply chain but I’m interested in getting into it. Realistic to transition in? Would CSCP be my best shot?

Does anyone know someone at project 44 and can help me out?

Recent got an interview at BCG any tips

What book would you recommend? For a SCM professional :)

I currently do planning system implementation at SC level. Quite technical stuff and less PMO. What are my future career possibilities from here onwards? Can I keep progressing in the standard ladder and keep doing implementations, or is it automatically going to end up becoming more are more sales oriented and less actual implementation work? Especially interested in the SM level and above. I’d prefer staying at Big 4 and avoid the supplier side.