Procurement

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    Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.

    The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.

    By • Sept. 16, 2024
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    Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption

    The administration is also calling on Congress to pass legislation to exclude products covered by Section 201, 232 and 301 tariffs by the end of the year.

    By • Sept. 13, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

    Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Biden finalizes China tariff hikes

    The first increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, are set to go into effect on Sept. 27.

    By • Sept. 13, 2024
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    Maple syrup production to ‘bounce back’ after devastating season

    After the world's only strategic maple reserve dwindled to a 16-year low, the industry is rebuilding in the face of continued climate challenges.

    By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Sept. 13, 2024
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    La-Z-Boy streamlines supply chain with Mexico consolidation

    The furniture maker is moving some of its upholstery operations and plans to shutter a leased cut and sew facility.

    By • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Fires in Brazil threaten global sugar supply

    Sugar prices are on the rise as mills in the country deal with lost production. 

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    De minimis: Helping or hurting U.S. manufacturers?

    While groups like the National Association of Manufacturers claim the exemption benefits domestic production, others say it erodes the U.S. industry’s competitive edge and forces factory closures.

    By • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Avocado supply shortages generate record profits

    Constrained production from countries like Mexico and Peru has buoyed the fortunes of U.S.-based suppliers. 

    By • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Patagonia to source alternative packaging materials

    The retailer is collaborating with environmental nonprofit Canopy to develop paper products using agricultural waste and non-forest fibers.

    By • Updated Sept. 13, 2024
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    Microsoft launches decarbonization team to slash supply chain emissions

    The three appointees will help the company tackle scope 3 emissions generated by purchased goods and services.

    By Zoya Mirza • Sept. 9, 2024
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    Lego to ramp up sustainable block sourcing efforts

    The company is looking to reduce its reliance on virgin fossil fuels in the coming years, along with other environmentally conscious goals.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Puma names procurement exec for its sourcing segment

    Indrajeet Sen will oversee the company's global sourcing and development of footwear, apparel and accessories.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Manufacturing production hits 4-year low: August PMI

    Increasing inventories and cratering demand are creating “one of the most worrying signals witnessed since the global financial crisis,” according to S&P. 

    By • Sept. 3, 2024
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    Opinion

    Harley-Davidson’s DEI rollback is a procurement mistake

    The announcement could lead to blowback from suppliers, financial woes, and ultimately hamper supply chain resilience, writes Rich Weissman, a professor at Endicott College. 

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Harley-Davidson ends supplier diversity spending goals

    The motorcycle maker has not elaborated on what the decision means for current suppliers.

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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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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    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