“Almost all Supply Chain professionals (88%) have a positive outlook on their career, and most (85%) would recommend this field as a path for others.” ASCM 2020
According to the new study from the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) the profession continues to prove its worth despite the volatile environment in which it operates.
Some key points from this report:
- Leadership skills are essential to success in this environment, including communication and the ability to collaborate.
- Obtaining an APICS certification results in a significant salary increase compared to employees not certified or certified with another body.
- The gender gap tends to narrow in wages and opportunity, with median salaries equivalent for those under 30.