Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award: Existing Roles Require Creative Change to Bring in New Talent

Elaine Darr, VP, operations excellence, North America, DHL Supply Chain, says supply chain and operations roles have evolved. That's why flexibility is key to recruiting new talent.

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Marina Mayer
Oct 28, 2021
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Elaine Darr, VP, operations excellence, North America, DHL Supply Chain, and one of the recipients of Supply & Demand Chain Executive's Women in Supply Chain Forum™ award, says supply chain and operations roles have evolved. That's why flexibility is key to recruiting new talent and bring inclusivity to the table.

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