Procurement: Page 4

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    7-Eleven’s lettuce procurement gets greener with indoor farming partnership

    A tie-up with Plenty Unlimited will use vertical farming to provide fresh produce year-round for around 1,300 California stores.

    By Jessica Loder • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Newell accelerates production shift out of China

    The manufacturer is limiting its exposure in the country to avoid potential Section 301 tariff increases.

    By • Aug. 26, 2024
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    Retail Supply Chains

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

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Retrieved from U.S. LBM on August 20, 2024
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    US LBM names SVP of supply chain

    Jeff Wood will lead the specialty building material distributor’s sourcing and procurement strategies, as well as supply chain operations.

    By • Aug. 22, 2024
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    Adidas opts to avoid China in US product sourcing

    The retail brand is leaning on more localized supply chains to improve its speed and agility.

    By • Aug. 22, 2024
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    Couche-Tard appoints global director of procurement

    James Kelly’s hiring comes as the c-store retailer increases its focus on procurement and supply chain functions.

    By Brett Dworski • Aug. 20, 2024
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    Fastenal’s digital procurement strategy drives e-business growth

    By modernizing the process, the company said it is also reducing customer costs and improving efficiency.

    By • Aug. 15, 2024
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    Lamb Weston names new supply chain chief

    Former REI exec Sylvia Wilks will lead the frozen food company’s manufacturing and procurement operations.

    By • Aug. 15, 2024
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    Forced labor risks among fashion industry’s top concerns: survey

    More than 90% of respondents said they were “making more efforts to map and understand” their supply chain, including fiber and yarn sourcing.

    By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2024
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    Wendy’s co-op aims to integrate supply chain network

    The fast food chain’s purchasing cooperative will use Palantir’s artificial intelligence platform to connect suppliers, distributors and restaurants.

    By • Aug. 12, 2024
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    HealthTrust appoints SVP of strategic sourcing

    Guy Wagner will oversee the sourcing and distribution of GPO products and services for surgery, nursing and more.

    By • Aug. 8, 2024
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    Rivian sees supply chain tailwinds from VW deal

    CEO RJ Scaringe expects suppliers will offer more favorable pricing for several components, including chipsets and other hardware.

    By • Aug. 7, 2024
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    Bombardier considers whether M&A could alleviate supply chain woes

    President and CEO Éric Martel noted that the planemaker is facing issues with engine supply.

    By • Aug. 6, 2024
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    Food suppliers navigate climate change-induced crop shortages

    Some ingredient staples are in jeopardy amid rising temperatures. One expert shares advice on how to handle the volatility.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 1, 2024
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    Manufacturing enters ‘deeper slowdown period’ ahead of election: July PMI

    Companies are hesitant to invest in new orders amid high interest rates and political uncertainty, dragging down the industry. 

    By • Aug. 1, 2024
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    USTR to reveal tariff hike decision ‘in coming days’

    The federal agency did not meet a previous deadline set for the end of August.

    By • Updated Sept. 3, 2024
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    Porsche supplier factory flood leads to aluminum shortage

    The automaker expects disruptions to continue for several weeks, possibly leading to a manufacturing shutdown for certain vehicle series.

    By • July 30, 2024
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    How AAK adapted to cocoa butter price spikes

    The ingredients company is working around cocoa supply chain woes by using a lower-cost West African crop.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 26, 2024
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    Sustainability reporting, ESG management roles on the rise: Deloitte

    The accounting firm’s survey of 300 executives at public companies pointed to an increase in sustainability oversight as disclosure requirements mount.

    By Zoya Mirza • July 25, 2024
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    GHSP adds VP to stabilize auto supply chain

    Ludwing Vergara outlined a four-pronged approach that includes improved cost modeling and closer stakeholder collaboration. 

    By S.L. Fuller • July 25, 2024
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    ASCM launches supplier relationship certificate

    The program aims to help supply chain professionals build stronger connections as a method for mitigating risk.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    H&M’s ‘green’ financing tool supports supplier sustainability

    The collaborative program aims to help manufacturers overcome the funding hurdles of implementing sustainable practices. Here's how.

    By • July 19, 2024
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    Tech giants seek to improve scope 3 emissions transparency

    Leaders of the digital infrastructure climate group iMasons Climate Accord called for using third-party verified assessments for data center suppliers.

    By Lamar Johnson • July 18, 2024
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    Amazon hits renewable energy goal early, reduces carbon emissions

    The e-commerce giant matched its electricity consumption, including in fulfillment centers, with renewable energy.

    By Zoya Mirza • July 18, 2024
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    Osprey, Oxo Pop owner pursues production diversification strategy

    Helen of Troy aims to reduce the potential exposure to tariffs on China-made goods.

    By • July 17, 2024
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    Carhartt grows efforts to source sustainable cotton

    The workwear brand is tapping the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and Better Cotton initiative for greater traceability and transparency over its supply chain.

    By • July 15, 2024