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.
Upcoming Events
August
30
2022
Chapter Meeting
ISM Arizona 2022 Annual Meeting
Chapter Meeting
ISM Arizona 2022 Annual Meeting
2022 ISM Arizona Meeting and Tour
Featured Speakers: ISM-Arizona's Board of Directors
We will cover the current state of ISM Arizona, new officers, and financials. This will be followed by a tour of the Helton Brewery and social event thereafter.
September
12-13
2022
EVENT
Utility Purchasing Management Group (UPMG) Annual
EVENT
Utility Purchasing Management Group (UPMG) Annual
ISM®'s Utility Purchasing Management Group (UPMG) Annual Conference is recognized as one of the premier educational events within the utility supply chain industry. Given the current environment and the impact to supply chain, this virtual event will focus on resilience. Working with our executive committee of utilities professionals, suppliers and thought leaders—and pulling from our continued research data on the impact of COVID-19—we have put together a focused virtual event packed with education, and yes, connection with other supply chain professionals and suppliers within the utilities industry. LEARN MORE AT www.ismworld.org/upmg
September
14
2022
Chapter Webinar
ISM-Arizona September Chapter Meeting-Supplier Payment Strategies
Chapter Webinar
ISM-Arizona September Chapter Meeting-Supplier Payment Strategies
How does supply chain and procurement make a positive impact on those less fortunate? We will cover how the NYC Food Bank makes a positive impact on New York City.
ISM-Arizona Upcoming Member Events
Navigating and Leveraging the CPSM®
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 11:00 AM MST
Free for Active ISM-Arizona Members
CEHs: 1.0 Hours
Featured Speakers:
Jim Fleming and Mila Henn, Institute for Supply Management
A CPSM® (Certified Professional in Supply Management®) certification from ISM demonstrates that you have mastered a broad scope of critical supply management concepts and validates your expertise. Employers globally recognize the ISM brand and certification. As a supply chain management professional, obtaining a certification is one of the most important career decisions you’ll make.
For students interested in earning a CPSM®, ISM will be launching an associate certification or APSM (Associate Professional in Supply Management) that is a stepping stone to a full certification. It requires the first CPSM® exam, and after obtaining three years of work experience you can take the remaining two exams to elevate your credential to a full CPSM®.
WEBINAR: Supply Chain Information Flow: Building Your Personal Brand…Stop Hiding and Show the World Your Awesomeness
Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 11:00 AM MST
Free for Active ISM-Arizona Members
CEHs: 1.0 Hours
Featured Speakers:
Sarah Scudder (SourceDay) and David Johnson (Zoetis)
Supply Management professionals Sarah Scudder and David Johnson will show you how to develop and enhance your personal brand.
WEBINAR: The Voice of ERP
Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 9:00 AM MST
Free for Active ISM-Arizona Members
CEHs: 1.0 Hours
Featured Speakers:
Sam Gupta (ElavatIQ) and Andres Green (Alox.Online)
Sam and Andres will discuss the successes, challenges, and opportunities faced when Alox.Online implemented their ERP system
WEBINAR: Tea Time with Tamra
Monday, September 29, 2022 at 11:00 AM MST
Free for Active ISM-Arizona Members
CEHs: 1.0 Hours
Featured Speakers:
Tamra Pawloski (Corteva Agriscience) and Melissa Drew (ISM)
In this one hour program, Tamra Pawloski, Global Director, Indirect Procurement, Corteva Agriscience, will discuss Supplier Diversity within Technology with our guest, Melissa Drew, Associate Partner, ISM.
WEBINAR: Supply Chain Information Flow: Change Management
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 11:00 AM MST
Free for Active ISM-Arizona Members
CEHs: 1.0 Hours
Featured Speakers:
Amanda Prochaska (Wonder Services) and David Johnson (Zoetis)
Amanda and David will discuss change management and how it affects supply management professionals. From implementing change to being part of change, this webinar will guide professionals through best practices of change management.
Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 11:00 AM MST
Free for Active ISM-Arizona Members
CEHs: 1.0 Hours
Featured Speaker:
Jane Tierney, CPSM, C.P.M., MBA (Purple Link)
Project Management processes and tools are found in every function of a business, and supply chain is no exception. Project management is not necessarily linked to supply chains, and supply chain management doesn’t often included specifics of project management, but there is some powerful synergy when the two are combined.
Attend this webinar to learn:
• Shared core values of PMI and supply chains (honesty, responsibility, respect, fairness)
• Most common applications / use of project management for supply chains
• Supply chain contracts and PMI phase comparison
• Shared challenges
• A winning combination when paired effectively
Welcome to ISM-Arizona's new website!
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