DIRECT MATERIAL DILEMMAS: Procurement, China-Taiwan Impact, & Optimal Benchmarks with Jeff Brown

In this episode of What the Duck?! Sarah and today’s guest, Jeff Brown, delve into several crucial topics. We'll explore strategies for turning around weak procurement, analyze the potential massive impact of the China-Taiwan conflict on direct materials procurement, and discuss best practices for benchmarking in the industry. If you're a direct materials professional looking to accelerate your career and stay ahead in times of uncertainty, this episode is a must-listen!

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💫 Podcast Highlights 💫
00:00 Introduction to the Show
01:51 Background in Supply Chain and Manufacturing
03:40 Supply Chain Management at Boston Scientific
07:31 The Need for Quality Improvement and Inventory Reduction
10:57 Taking on the role of CEO at EndoLogic
15:57 Mismanaged Direct Supply Chains
21:24 Conflict Between China and Taiwan on Supply Chains
27:10 Ownership and Management of Supply Chain Risk