Procurement

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    Macy’s supplier diversity program seeks applications for 2024 class

    Established in 2011, The Workshop at Macy’s program has supported over 220 graduate brands as the retailer tries to increase representation in its vendor base.

    By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 26, 2023
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    MycoWorks begins production of mushroom biofiber at new South Carolina facility

    The factory could produce millions of square feet of the firm’s leather alternative material each year.

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 25, 2023
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    Procurement

    Can relationships between buyers and suppliers evolve fast enough to keep up with the speed of ever-changing supply chain risks?

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Auto supplier BorgWarner warns of potential impact if UAW strike expands

    For now the manufacturer expects modest effects as a handful of plants at the Big Three automakers stand idle. But that could worsen if workers at other plants strike.

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Kroger makes local sourcing pledge tied to Albertsons merger

    The grocery giant said it will increase local sourcing by 10% once the proposed mega-merger closes.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Furniture-maker Noble House falls into bankruptcy, owes overseas suppliers millions

    The company, which sells to some of the largest U.S. retailers, suffered from rising costs and disruptions in its supply chain. 

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
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    UAW strike: How auto supply chain managers can mitigate disruption

    Industry experts said to focus on supplier health, visibility and relationships to navigate any risks spurred by the Union’s work stoppage.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Clorox warns of product shortages a month after disclosing cyberattack

    Officials for the household product maker expect to return to automated order processing starting next week, with plans to ramp up production over time.

    By David Jones • Sept. 19, 2023
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    More than 300 Apple suppliers have commited to clean energy

    The device maker also released its first carbon-neutral devices as it closes on its goal of dramatically cutting emissions in its supply chain.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Hyundai’s Georgia EV supplier network adds 3 more manufacturers

    NVH Korea, Daesol Ausys and DAS Corp. are the latest suppliers to build a production plant near the automaker's EV Metaplant campus. 

    By Sara Samora • Sept. 15, 2023
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    RH expects no interruption after supplier bankruptcy

    The home goods retailer’s CEO said the company doesn’t see any broader supply risks from potential distress among producers in the industry.  

    By • Sept. 14, 2023
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    $1.7B in shipments detained by US under forced labor law: report

    Many of the products targeted during the first year of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act were electronics, apparel, footwear and textiles.

    By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023
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    TrusTrace develops garment tracking system in advance of EU regulations

    The traceability platform's digital product tags aim to boost textile transparency and sustainability.

    By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Drug Supply Chain Security Act enforcement delayed until 2024

    The extension aims to help healthcare supply chain partners develop and refine their systems for electronic data sharing.

    By • Sept. 12, 2023
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    Estée Lauder hires new procurement chief

    The cosmetics giant tapped Quentin Roach to oversee its strategic supplier relationships and help drive innovation with its partners.

    By • Sept. 12, 2023
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    Investors call for Nike to pay $2.2M in owed wages to supply chain workers

    Ahead of the sportswear giant’s annual meeting this week, investors are asking the company to avoid similar cases in the future.

    By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 12, 2023
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    Joann eyes $60M in product cost savings as suppliers offer concessions

    The craft retailer thinks it can cut $200 million in business costs, the bulk of which comes from its supply chain as inflation eases.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    7 focus areas for negotiating procurement contracts

    Reviewing clauses and KPI disclosures can help procurement managers minimize supply chain risks.

    By Praveen Kumar Soni • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Hormel lowers outlook amid challenging pork and turkey backdrop

    Weak prices offset sales volume growth in the third quarter as the food processor struggled with supply chain issues that resulted in a hefty arbitration payment.

    By Nathan Owens • Sept. 7, 2023
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    With supply chain ‘in a good place,’ Abercrombie & Fitch cuts inventory by 30%

    The apparel company is running leaner stocks with freight costs down, receipts speeding up and open capacity in factories.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Manufacturing remains sluggish in August: PMI reports

    Industry activity is still muted, but Inflation Reduction Act-related demand could spur growth later this year.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Redwood Materials raises $1B to expand circular battery supply chain in US

    The startup says its technology can recover roughly 95% of nickel, cobalt, lithium and copper from end-of-life electric vehicle batteries.

    By Eric Walz • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Can New England produce 30% of its food supply by 2030?

    Regional distributors are paving the way for local resilience, but farmers and fishermen will need more support to compete against global food production supply chains.

    By Erin X. Wong • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Vietnam lifts restrictions on grain exports from North America and Europe

    The country removed creeping thistle as a pest of concern, allowing Canada to resume bulk wheat shipments for the first time since 2018.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Best Buy suppliers are picking up the tab on promotions

    With electronics demand sluggish, vendors are funding price discounts more often to generate sales through the retailer.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Adore Me taps Ever Dye to source sustainable dyes

    The startup has developed a low-energy, biobased pigment dyeing process.

    By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 31, 2023