Supply Chain Careers Podcast

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast, we bring to you Part 1 of a three-part series on what makes the supply chain hiring process challenging, plus we provide ways to address those challenges. These three episodes are part of our Supply Chain Careers Catalyst series which is focused on why hiring in supply chain is so difficult. Listen as Rodney Apple, Chris Gaffney, and Mike Ogle explore the complexities that make finding the right supply chain professionals more challenging t...

In this episode, Carlos Gutierrez Ferrete joins Rodney Apple and Chris Gaffney to discuss the experiences and leadership lessons that shaped his supply chain career. Carlos explains why career growth should be measured by capabilities rather than titles, why discomfort is essential to professional development, and how emerging leaders can take greater ownership of their careers. The conversation also explores the transition from manager to leader, building leadership bench strength, addressin...

In this episode, Brad McGregor joins Rodney Apple and Mike Ogle to discuss a supply chain career shaped by manufacturing, procurement, aerospace, defense, and emerging technology. Brad explains why early experience on the production floor helped shape his leadership style, how moving between companies and industries expanded his capabilities, and why professionals should continue seeking difficult problems rather than comfortable titles. The conversation also explores resilience in def...

In this episode, Wanda Johnson, Supply Chain Technology Fellow at Deloitte, joins Rodney Apple and Mike Ogle to share how a career that began in accounting and retail operations evolved into supply chain consulting, technology, and transformation leadership. She explains how transferable skills helped her move across industries and organizations including Ralph Lauren, Tompkins Associates, IBM, Accenture, and Deloitte. The conversation also explores why technology initiatives must begi...

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast, Adri McCaskill, CEO of SplitLogiX, joins us to discuss her career journey that took her from South Africa to supply chain leadership and entrepreneurship in the US. She shares how mentorship, operational experience, stretch assignments, industry involvement, and a willingness to step into uncomfortable roles helped prepare her to launch and lead a global supply chain company. She also reflects on the importance of choosing learning over tit...