A career in supply chain management places you at the heart of a fast-paced, global industry where strategy meets execution. It’s about ensuring the right products reach the right place, at the right time-through a seamless network of suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors. This field goes far beyond moving goods; it encompasses sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, managing production schedules, and optimizing transportation routes. In today’s interconnected economy, companies rely on skilled supply chain professionals to keep operations running efficiently, reduce coasts, and deliver exceptional customer value. With advances in technology, automation, and global trade, the demand for innovative problem-solvers in this field continues to grow. Some of the local business in our six-county area the rely heavily on this field are: Sauder Manufacturing Co (Fulton), Keller Logistics Group (Defiance), Campbell’s Soup Supply (Henry), Spangler Candy Company (Williams), Cooper Farms (Paulding) and Danfoss (Van Wert).
Career Outlook
The career outlook for supply chain and logistics professionals is strong, offering stability and long-term growth opportunities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS, employment for logisticians is projected to grow 18 percent from 2022-2032, much faster than the average for all occupations) (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024). This growth is fueled by the increasing complexity of global supply networks, the rise of e-commerce, and the demand for resilient, technology-enabled supply chains. Reports from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) highlight the expanding scope of roles in the field, from operations and procurement to strategic planning and international logistics (CSMP State of Logistics Report, 2024). Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to make a change, supply chain management offers diverse pathways supported by a strong job market.
Program Learning Outcomes
Learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehension of the major styles of management.
- Exhibit work skills of attendance, work ethic, and self-motivation.
- Demonstrate comprehension of business ethics.
- Devise best practices in supply chain management.
- Differentiate between make the stock and make the order strategies.
- Formulate methods to manage inventory efficiently and pool inventory risks across time, products, channels, and geography.
- Construct position the push-pull boundary to leverage economies of scale and economies of scope.
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