FedEx, UPS delivery truck maker lays off over 900 at three plants

The first round of job cuts at Morgan Olson’s Michigan, Tennessee and Virginia sites will begin Dec. 22.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 12, 2023

Boeing names new COO

Company veteran Stephanie Pope has been promoted to help restore stability at the aerospace manufacturer amid supply chain disruptions.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 12, 2023

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Retailers are tapping technology and making operational investments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

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Nearshoring apparel: Inside DXL’s pivot to Central America

The clothing maker is one of many eyeing the region, but economic and policy barriers could stand in the way of greater investment.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 12, 2023

Five Below looks to tech, analytics to optimize inventory

As the discount retailer aims to speed up its supply chain and hold back costs, it has also opened a sourcing office in India.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 11, 2023

‘We need everyone on this journey’: How PepsiCo is reducing water use in its supply chain

The beverage giant is focused on efficiency in its operations and working with communities, Pepsi’s senior director overseeing water strategy told Supply Chain Dive.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 7, 2023

Big Lots creates new executive role to lead closeout sourcing

In the position, Seth Marks will focus on “procuring outstanding products at exceptional values through unique closeout opportunities,” the retailer said.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 6, 2023

Allbirds adds Anaplan planning software to increase supply chain visibility

The footwear company integrated the software as part of a plan to better optimize demand, inventory and supply planning, said COO Joe Vernachio.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 5, 2023

Nestlé, Kraft defeat egg producers in price-fixing case

An Illinois federal jury found Cal-Maine and other egg giants liable for limiting the supply of the protein in 2004-2008 in an effort to drive up costs. 

By Chris Casey • Dec. 4, 2023

Guess walks inventory tightrope while retail buyers stay ‘very careful’ on purchasing

The apparel company has been cautious in its own purchasing while trying to meet the needs of department stores and other retailers.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 4, 2023

New IRA guidance limits battery components made in China

The proposed guidelines clarify how the law’s “foreign entity of concern” requirements will impact automakers’ ability to qualify for EV tax credits.

By Kate Magill • Dec. 1, 2023

US loses trade dispute over access to Canada’s dairy market

Farm groups called the ruling a "surprising setback" that weakens the value of the USMCA.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 1, 2023

Former GM procurement manager convicted in supplier bribery scheme

Hyoung Nam So was found guilty of securing a $100 million contract for a South Korean auto parts supplier in exchange for millions in cash.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 30, 2023

Burlington leans on inventory management to boost margins

After working through reserve stocks, the retailer has learned to increase merchandise turnover by distributing goods to stores more quickly.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 29, 2023

Cargill bolsters traceability efforts to end deforestation in South America

One of the world's largest commodities traders is moving up its timeline to eliminate land use conversion from supply chains in Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 29, 2023

Walmart to create platform that easily works with suppliers

The retailer is working with enterprise retail technology solutions company Bamboo Rose to streamline its supply chain.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 29, 2023

Spirit AeroSystems COO is out

Sam Marnick is the second executive to leave the Boeing supplier in the past two months, following the departure of former CEO Thomas Gentile.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 29, 2023

Auto industry eyes air freight to trim backlogs post-UAW strike

Suppliers and OEMs are prioritizing shipping speed and reliability to aid their supply chain recovery, industry experts say.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 28, 2023

How the US is leveraging its spending power to strengthen supply chains

Creating demand signals and convening key industry players are critical tools in the government's procurement playbook, a White House adviser told Supply Chain Dive.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 28, 2023

White House creates cabinet-level supply chain council

After years of focusing on supply chains’ role in the economy, President Joe Biden is expanding high-level meetings on the topic.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 27, 2023

BMW supplier plans $500M South Carolina facility expansion

ZF Group's investment will upgrade the transmission plant's equipment to keep pace with the automakers' EV plans.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 27, 2023

Labor’s resurgence cannot be overlooked in procurement strategies

Here are five workforce-related issues procurement teams should consider when analyzing their supply chains.

By Rich Weissman • Nov. 27, 2023

S&P turns negative on Clorox after cyberattack causes shortages

As the CPG company recovers from significant operational disruptions, analysts warned rebuilding inventory and distribution could be a lengthy process.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 22, 2023

Procurement leaders are prioritizing ESG, but gathering data is ‘increasingly painstaking’: report

Along with informational challenges, buyers said that they have difficulty finding sustainable suppliers, according to a recent survey released by Amazon.

By Zoya Mirza • Nov. 22, 2023

Toyota, Redwood Materials expand deal to source recycled battery materials

The automaker is looking to create a circular supply chain that can make use of aging Prius models to help feed its growing electric vehicle production.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 21, 2023

UAW strikes: What’s next for auto supply chains after labor deals?

As automakers ramp up production efforts, labor challenges and geopolitical risks may continue to plague operations, according to industry experts.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 21, 2023