Recruiting the Non-Conformists for Executive Supply-Chain Roles

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Heidi Hoffman, partner at ON Partners, about their strategy of recruiting when it comes to procurement and sustainability in the supply chain industry.
During the convo, they discuss the importance of nonconformity and how it can lead to innovative solutions. Hoffman explains her approach to recruitment and finding the best candidates, not just based on traditional qualifications but also considering strategic mindset and new industry developments.
In addition, we also discuss ON Partners’ new 2023 Executive Women Impact Report and the company’s findings on the growing role of women in leadership positions.
LINKS:
- Heidi’s profile on the ON Partners website
- ON Partner’s 2023 Executive Women Impact Report
TIMESTAMPS:
[00:02:33] Changing profile of supply chain.
[00:06:13] Supply Chain’s Evolution.
[00:07:32] Procurement and sustainability.
[00:11:01] Procurement’s role in sustainability.
[00:15:40] Importance of sustainability and ESG.
[00:20:03] Exciting innovations in supply chain.
[00:22:18] Women in supply chain.
[00:26:03] Women’s self-doubt in job applications.
[00:32:52] Supply Chain Education.
[00:36:27] Embracing diversity in supply chain.
[00:37:42] Logistics and Supply Chain.
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