How do they match: Supply Chain Managers

  • Analyze information about supplier performance or procurement program success.
  • Define performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of supply chain factors, such as product cost or quality.
  • Design or implement supply chains that support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities, or cost reduction strategies.
  • Develop procedures for coordination of supply chain management with other functional areas, such as sales, marketing, finance, production, or quality assurance.
  • Implement new or improved supply chain processes to improve efficiency or performance.
  • Investigate or review the carbon footprints and environmental performance records of current or potential storage and distribution service providers.
  • Meet with suppliers to discuss performance metrics, to provide performance feedback, or to discuss production forecasts or changes.
  • Monitor suppliers' activities to assess performance in meeting quality or delivery requirements.

  • Monitor performance of organizational members or partners.