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JM Smucker snags Hershey exec as SVP of operations, supply chain
Douglas Guilherme will step into the role on July 29 with over 30 years of experience, including stints at the chocolate maker and Procter & Gamble.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated July 21, 2026 -
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Best Buy names chief fulfillment and operations officer
Duane Scarboro is responsible for sourcing, supply chain, fulfillment, delivery and service in the new role, which went into effect last week.
By Kelly Stroh • July 21, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.
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Trump tariffsUS slaps 50% tariffs on many Canada imports
The Section 338 duties apply to a wide variety of products — even if they qualify for duty-free treatment under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
By Antone Gonsalves • Updated July 21, 2026 -
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Ransomware attack forces Coca-Cola to suspend US production at dairy unit
The beverage company is still working to determine the full scope of the breach at its Fairlife business.
By David Jones • July 20, 2026 -
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Amazon to temporarily close Florida facility, lay off nearly 500
The Port St. Lucie distribution site will be renovated into a sortable fulfillment center, with operations set to cease Sept. 17, Amazon told Supply Chain Dive.
By Kelly Stroh • July 20, 2026 -
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How supply chain leaders can avoid common AI pitfalls
Executives should ensure they have the right data, are piloting and scaling intelligently, and ready to scrap use cases that don’t pay off, experts said.
By Max Garland • July 20, 2026 -
‘Always-on’ supply chains are becoming the norm, experts say
Manufacturers and retailers that moved early on their digital transformations and automation strategies are starting to reap the benefits, experts said at Supply Chain Dive’s outlook event.
By Nathan Owens • July 16, 2026 -
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Levi’s builds toward unified ERP system by mid-2027
The apparel brand recently migrated its Asia and Beyond Yoga business operations to a single platform that it first rolled out in North America.
By Phil Neuffer • July 16, 2026 -
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Walmart bets on AI and digital twins to shape its supply chain strategy
The technology helps the retailer get products around the world, despite global conflict or weather challenges, Walmart's Indira Uppuluri said.
By Paige Gross • July 16, 2026 -
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Trump tariffsUS tags Brazil imports with 25% tariff
The fresh levy will go into effect July 22 with exemptions for a list of goods, including those covered by Section 232 duties.
By Phil Neuffer • July 16, 2026 -
Osprey brand owner says high supply chain costs are outpacing IEEPA tariff refunds
Helen of Troy CFO Brian Grass said there has not been a reliable pattern to the reimbursements, making it difficult to plan investments and offset supply disruptions.
By Phil Neuffer • July 15, 2026 -
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Lululemon’s new distribution center to bolster US, Canada fulfillment
The facility in Brampton, Ontario, features an AutoStore system to support automated operations and help the retailer move product efficiently.
By Max Garland • July 15, 2026 -
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Marzetti taps Schwan supply chain head for CSCO
Mark Carter will oversee the speciality food maker's continued efforts to simplify its network and improve productivity.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 14, 2026 -
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Strauss, DHL Supply Chain ink end-to-end logistics deal
The partnership, which covers warehousing, distribution and product customization, aims to streamline order processing and drive faster turnaround times for the workwear brand.
By Kelly Stroh • July 14, 2026 -
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Amazon preps robotics-equipped sorting warehouse in Texas
The site will sit within the e-commerce giant’s fulfillment network and further expand its use of automation across the supply chain.
By Kelly Stroh • July 13, 2026 -
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Walmart inks nuclear energy deal to power Illinois warehouse
The agreement with Constellation Energy will support other parts of the company's operations in the state, including its stores.
By Lamar Johnson • July 10, 2026 -
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Scotts Miracle-Gro widens tech partnership for supply chain AI
The lawn and garden care brand’s broader use of Kinaxis technology aims to unify planning, decision-making and execution into a single platform.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 9, 2026 -
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Toyota plans Tacoma production in Texas with $3.6B expansion
The automaker won’t yet say what portion of U.S.-bound Tacoma production will shift from Mexico after expanding the San Antonio factory.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 9, 2026 -
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Levi Strauss to close Kentucky warehouse after yearlong delay
The denim giant held off on fully shifting the location's work to a third-party site in Ohio amid heightened demand.
By Max Garland • July 7, 2026 -
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DHL Supply Chain exec highlights what distinguishes the best teams
“I don’t think you get to become a leader unless you’re good at encouraging diverse teams,” Global CIO Sally Miller told Supply Chain Dive.
By Kelly Stroh • July 7, 2026 -
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Digital twins, software maturity lead manufacturing automation trends
AI-powered simulation and other types of robotics technologies are becoming more powerful and cost-effective, per speakers at the Automate conference.
By Nathan Owens , Katie Pyzyk • July 2, 2026 -
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US blocks quick USMCA extension, putting annual review process into motion
The U.S., Mexico and Canada will continue negotiating about potential adjustments to the trilateral free trade agreement, which will remain in place until at least 2036.
By Phil Neuffer • July 1, 2026 -
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US manufacturing expands again in June, but at slower rate than in May
The overall economy grew for the 20th month in a row, but the Iran war and price volatility are still major concerns for manufacturers.
By Jeff Kinney • July 1, 2026 -
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Coca-Cola to close Massachusetts bottling plant
The beverage giant will lay off 175 workers as part of the closure, which has been planned for several years.
By Laurel Deppen • July 1, 2026 -
CBP launches first of 2 tariff refund expansions
The agency’s refund portal now covers entries awaiting reconciliation of their final duty calculations.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 30, 2026
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