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.

AB InBev to shutter Anheuser-Busch distribution facility

The Bud Light brewer’s closure of the Massachusetts plant will impact 193 jobs and comes after it reported a decline in beer volumes earlier this month.

Shippers, industry groups urge resolution ahead of Canada rail strike

Some organizations are calling for the government to act if the contract stalemate can't be resolved soon.

Adidas America faces almost $400K in fines over warehouse safety violations

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspected the facility in 2021 and identified safety hazards that were still not corrected by a January 2024 visit.

Amazon allowing sellers to ditch physical returns

The offering for Fulfillment by Amazon users helps them avoid fees by simply having customers keep items, the company said.

UPS plans surge fee for all China-to-US imports

The charge is based on billable weight and will impact 12 other countries and territories, starting Sept. 15.

How J.C. Penney is using AI and machine learning in its supply chain

The department store retailer is investing heavily in new technology to improve productivity and upgrade its legacy systems.

‘No possibility’ trucking can fill gap of Canada rail disruption

The British Columbia Trucking Association’s CEO says a shutdown of Canadian railroad networks will lead to a dearth in trucking activity.

What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024

Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.

Canada rail strike, lockouts slated to start Thursday

The Teamsters delivered a strike notice over the weekend, while Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City said they would lock out employees.

Charting Pitney Bowes Global Ecommerce’s path to bankruptcy

Court documents detail the unit's profitability struggles and a months-long effort to find a buyer. 

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.

Port of Oakland awarded $3M to enhance data collection

The funds will support two separate projects meant to improve the port’s ability to distribute information to carriers, shippers and trucking companies.

Economic confidence in North America plummets

Finance professionals have grown more concerned as the pace of expansion cools from its heady 2023.

Air cargo resurgence unhindered by July global IT outage

Although the crisis caused rates to spike to their highest level this year, demand still increased 13% year over year during the month.

What would the demise of de minimis mean for supply chains?

E-commerce companies rely on the exemption to sell U.S. consumers low-cost goods. Experts say they need to be prepared for a change.

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.

FedEx rolls out pricier surcharges, new fees for 2024 peak season

The charges, some of which start in September, fall closely in line with what rival UPS unveiled.

Inflation slows to three-year low, clearing way for Fed rate cut

The central bank at a meeting next month is expected to weigh cooling inflation against signs that the labor market is loosening up.

Employers plan 3.5% raises for 2025, Payscale data reveals

The projection follows a pattern of “softening in a cooler labor market,” the company said.

Lamb Weston names new supply chain chief

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

Utz’s supply chain overhaul shrinks manufacturing network

The snack maker is focused on production and cost efficiency after shedding at least six plants in recent months.

Mondelēz embarks on a $1.2B ERP, supply chain overhaul

The food and snack company plans to carry out the project over the next four years in partnership with SAP, Accenture and o9. 

Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential stoppage

The latest action by CN impacts U.S. originating intermodal railcars destined for Canada, while CPKC will discontinue domestic reefer shipments.

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.