She Supply Chains

This week, we welcome Cindy Cochovity, Chief Commercial Officer at FreightPath. She shares her journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a leader in the supply chain industry. She discusses her educational experiences, career transitions, and the challenges faced in both large and tech-first companies. Cindy emphasizes the importance of adapting education for the next generation and reflects on the significant changes in the i...

This week, we welcome Sarah and Elle, co-founders of Retail Ready, to discuss their journey from corporate careers to launching their own startup in the supply chain space. They share insights on their backgrounds, the challenges they faced, and the innovative solutions they are developing to streamline retail compliance. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, creativity, and the evolving landscape of supply cha...

This week, we welcome Jaimie Horstman, a Senior Supply Chain Planning and Operations leader with 24 years of end-to-end experience at Procter & Gamble. Jaimie shares her journey as a supply chain leader at P&G, discussing her personal and professional life, the importance of data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI, and the role of AI in modern supply chain management. She emphasizes the significance of cross-func...

This week we welcome, Deidra Willis, Senior Program Manager at Kings Hawaiian.  Deidra shares her background in engineering and business, her career path, and insights into the challenges and opportunities in product innovation. She emphasizes balancing creativity with structured project management to foster successful product launches while maintaining operational efficiency. Deidra shares her insights on building high-performing ...

This week, we welcome Elsy Ocejo, Vice President of Supply Chain at ILLES Foods. Elsy discusses her current role overseeing end-to-end supply chain processes and the unique challenges and opportunities she faces in a family-owned business. She highlights the importance of innovation, internal partnerships, and customer-centric strategies in supply chain management. Elsy discusses the importance of leveraging technology in supply ch...

This week, we welcome Dana Craven, the Senior Director of Demand Planning at Post Consumer Brands. With a background in Supply Chain and Marketing from Iowa State University, she's built an impressive career across the CPG and Electronics industries. Her career spans manufacturing and category management to product development, demand planning, and supply planning. Dana emphasizes the need for integrated teams and a contingency pla...

This week, we welcome Sharmishtha Niyogi, Supply Chain Director at Merck Group. With over 20 years of experience at industry giants like Tata Cummins, PepsiCo, and Rockwell, Sharmishtha is a master of demand and supply planning, inventory management, and digital transformation. She discusses the importance of innovation in supply chains, especially in the context of India's rapidly evolving market. Sharmishtha emphasizes the signif...

This week we welcome Angelique Obiri, a Transformational Leadership Coach. She discusses the key development areas for supply chain leaders and the importance of leadership disciplines such as awareness, confidence, authenticity, and connection. Angelique also explores strategies for navigating change and creating high-performing teams, emphasizing the importance of intention and storytelling. The conversation delves into the impor...

This week we welcome Leslie Marshall, National Account Sales Manager at Atlas Copco. Leslie discusses the importance of being prepared, her experiences in engineering and supply chain, and the challenges she faced transitioning to sales. She emphasizes the need for technical expertise, strategic thinking, and fostering innovation within engineering roles. She also offers valuable advice for young professionals entering the field, h...

This week we welcome Camille Blake, Senior Performance Manager at Amazon and founder of the Sistah Sips Society. Camille discusses the challenges of balancing efficiency and continuous improvement in warehousing and transportation. She also shares her excitement for the future of the industry, including robotics, green warehousing practices, autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, and data analytics. She encourages women of color i...

This week we welcome Evelyn Watson, the Senior Director for Continuous Improvement at Perdue Farms. Evelyn discusses fostering a culture of continuous improvement and the importance of metrics that are specific, relative, and actionable. She shares with us some examples of using CI to find innovative solutions and discusses the future of TPM and CI, including the integration of AI and robotics. Evelyn also emphasizes the need for c...

This week we welcome Liz Raman-Grubbs, the creator of Supply Chains Gals, a vibrant community empowering over 20,000 women with the tools and resources to crush their supply chain careers. As a content creator with over 170k followers, she shares her honest, relatable journey navigating her career as a Senior Category Merchant in tech, all while openly discussing her personal growth and overcoming imposter syndrome. Liz emphasizes ...

In this episode, we welcome Maryn Weimer, the Chief Strategy Officer for Spencer Research. Maryn discusses her career journey, including her experience in maintenance and reliability, academia, and market research. She shares her approach to developing long-term strategy, which involves setting a clear direction, involving others in the process, and over-communicating the strategy. She highlights the value of empathy and understand...

This episode we welcome Sousan Ortega, the Senior Vice President of Field Operations at Target. She shares her extensive experience discussing her career journey, the complexities of supply chain operations, and the importance of resilience in the face of challenges. She highlights the evolving expectations in retail, the role of AI and automation in enhancing efficiency, and the significance of effective communication and team ali...

This week we welcome Leah Murphy, an executive coach and bestselling author.  She shares her journey from being an engineer in supply chain to becoming an entrepreneur. Leah describes herself as a personal trainer for careers, helping individuals navigate their professional paths and negotiate better compensation. She is the president of Career Gems for the Journey, a boutique consultancy dedicated to empowering professionals to bu...

In this episode, we welcome Jenn Tracy the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Caulipower. She shares her professional background in supply chain and her passion for breathwork coaching. She shares how breathwork helps her find peace and stay focused amidst the chaos of work and personal life. She emphasizes the importance of making quick decisions in the startup space and building resiliency in the supply chain. Jenn also env...

In this episode, we welcome Ronda McKnight, Site Director at Mars, to delve into the exciting world of manufacturing and supply chain. We bust myths and explore the impact of automation and technology. Ronda shares her thoughts on the future workforce and the game-changing role of AI. She also shares the challenges and rewards of her role, her love for coaching, and her passion for travel, which led to her passion project, The Wrig...

In this episode, we welcome Samhita Pennathur, a seasoned professional in manufacturing and supply chain. Samhita shares her journey from engineering to operations excellence. The conversation delves into the importance of problem-solving, the role of women in supply chain, and the value of an MBA. Samhita emphasizes the need for inclusive environments and the significance of soft skills in navigating diverse workplaces. 

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