ISM-Arizona, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Arizona's Leading Supply Management Professionals 

Advancing Global Standards for the Supply Management Profession

ISM—Arizona, Inc. has served purchasing and materials management professionals in Arizona for well over 65 years. ISM—Arizona is a not-for-profit professional educational association, that offers seminars, workshops, plant/DC tours and networking meeting programs specifically geared toward the ever-changing environment of procurement, materials management, and planning.

We are the Arizona chapter of the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) which through its network of over 50,000 professionals and 70+ chapters worldwide, offers its members the latest in professional development opportunities, literature and material references and research. With over 200 members, ISM—Arizona offers its members an excellent opportunity for both networking and education.

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Upcoming Events

September

28

2023

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey $1B Best Practice Series: Controlling Costs with Governance

In our 3rd program in the $1B Best Practice Series, JT Taylor, CLO of Epicor will speak on controlling costs with governance.
Sponsor: 020 ISM—Arizona, Inc., 265 ISM—Atlanta, Inc., 060 ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc., 070 ISM—Central Florida, Inc., 150 ISM—Dallas, Inc., 165 ISM—Denver, Inc., 670 ISM—Eastern Virginia, Inc., 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc., 530 ISM—Rochester, Inc., 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc., 605 ISM—South Florida, Inc.
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James Taylor

October

10

2023

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey Navigating and Leveraging ISM® Certifications

Join expert and instructor from ISM, Jim Fleming, CPSM, CPSD, as he discusses preparing for and successfully navigating the CPSM®, CPSD™ and APSM™ certifications.
Sponsor: 020 ISM—Arizona, Inc., 265 ISM—Atlanta, Inc., 060 ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc., 070 ISM—Central Florida, Inc., 065 ISM—Charlotte, 150 ISM—Dallas, Inc., 165 ISM—Denver, Inc., 670 ISM—Eastern Virginia, Inc., 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc., 530 ISM—Rochester, Inc., 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc., 605 ISM—South Florida, Inc.
Online
James Fleming, CPSM, CPSD

October

11

2023

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey Voice of Supply Chain with Joanna Martinez

Please join us for our October Voice of Supply Chain featuring Joanna Martinez, Advisor, Speaker & Author, Supply Chain Advisors, LLC our host Sarah Scudder, Chief Marketing Officer, SourceDay.
Sponsor: 020 ISM—Arizona, Inc., 265 ISM—Atlanta, Inc., 060 ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc., 070 ISM—Central Florida, Inc., 065 ISM—Charlotte, 150 ISM—Dallas, Inc., 165 ISM—Denver, Inc., 670 ISM—Eastern Virginia, Inc., 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc., 530 ISM—Rochester, Inc., 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc., 605 ISM—South Florida, Inc.
Online
Joanna Martinez, Sarah Scudder

Welcome to ISM-Arizona!

Welcome to Arizona’s premier organization for supply management professionals! This is your hub for networking, seminars, workshops, and benchmarking guidance in the dynamic fields of procurement, materials management, and planning. The demands on supply chain management professionals have never been greater, and while it’s been a challenging few years, we have a wealth of knowledge, experiences, and networks to share that can provide solutions for our teams and the marketplace. We invite you to join us!

We’re proud to continue our partnership with ISM—New Jersey, offering numerous webinars and CEH opportunities every month at no cost to current ISM—AZ members. These opportunities keep us informed about current trends and marketplace shifts and allow us to connect with others facing similar challenges and opportunities. Remember, you’re not alone!

Be sure to check our website regularly to register for upcoming sessions! We also have openings on our Board of Directors and will be considering new candidates in early Q3 2023. If you’re interested, don’t hesitate to send us an email for more information about the process. We’d be thrilled to welcome more members!

Thank you for your ongoing support and membership. We’re excited about the future as we continue to provide innovative solutions for our teams. Join us to learn and share your ideas!

Regards,

Joseph Martinez
President, ISM—Arizona

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Supply Management News & Reports

Your Supply Chain Isn’t Ready for the Next War

September 12, 2023
Articles

In a new era of ‘competition between democracies and autocracies’ — one stamped by dramatic changes in geopolitics, technology, economics and environment — the complexity and consequences of military conflicts will greatly increase.

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Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

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Unlock the Future of Supply Chain & Procurement: Join us at ISM World 2024!

The ISM World Annual Conference is the conference of the year for over 2,000 professionals in procurement and supply chain. This event offers an unparalleled experience, providing cutting-edge education, networking opportunities with industry thought leaders and peers, and the chance to connect with innovative suppliers and discover the latest products and solutions.

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