ISM-New Jersey, Inc.

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


Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

Welcome to the ISM—New Jersey, Inc. website that aligns your chapter benefits with ISM Global.  ISM—New Jersey was founded in 1955 as the Purchasing Agents Association of North Jersey and has a long tradition of service to the supply management profession. We strive to elevate and enhance the profession through quality education, networking and professional certification.

April 4th - Supply Chain Innovation Day 2025 - Supply Chain 2023:  Strategies & Opportunities for a Dynamic Future

Upcoming Events

March

12

2025

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey Voice of Supply Chain with Tony Zakula

Please join us for our March Voice of Supply Chain featuring Tony Zakula, CEO & Founder, Kodaris

Sponsor: 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc.
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March

27

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
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Getting Started with Supply Chain Design

With FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt) embroiling global supply chains, leaders must be proactive and intentional in assessing their supply chains and designing them for the future. But how to start? Ralph Asher of Data Driven Supply Chain LLC will discuss how to get started in supply chain design and answer common questions. This talk will equip organizations to embark on their supply chain design journey, future-proof their supply chains, and build competitive moats.

This session will dive into addressing the following questions:

  • How does supply chain design differ from supply chain planning and optimization?
  • What are some of the strategic questions that we can answer with supply chain design?
  • What data do we need to get started in supply chain design? (Hint: much less than you may think!)
  • How do we measure ROI in supply chain design projects?
  • Should we build an internal team or use consultants for supply chain design projects?
  • Commercial software vs. open-source software: what are the pros and cons for supply chain design?

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April

04

2025

Chapter Conference

ISM-New Jersey Supply Chain Innovation Day - Supply Chain 2030: Strategies & Opportunities for a Dynamic Future

Join us on Friday, April 4th for our Annual Supply Chain Innovation Day for an engaging one day program on "Supply Chain 2030: Strategies & Opportunities for a Dynamic Future"

Location: Rutgers Business School, 100 Rockafeller Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Are you a fulltime Student or Academic? Contact ISM Member Services for special pricing. 480.752.6276 option #8.

Sponsor: 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc.
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ISM—New Jersey Highlights

Our chapter hosts a variety of monthly webinars and in-person events.

Our signature events include:

  • Women & Leadership Conference
  • Supply Chain Innovation Day
  • Supplier Diversity Night
  • Crystal Awards

If you are interested in volunteering on one of our committees, please contact us.

Upcoming Events

Supply Management News & Reports

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Uncertainties and Unknowns — Again

January 15, 2025
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More business-friendly policies are likely in 2025, but supply management organizations must contend with ‘significant wild cards,’ including many of the same dynamics that defined the first Trump administration.

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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.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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ISM—New Jersey YouTube Channel

Trump Tariffs 2025 - Impacts & Options: A Real-Time Advisory

Supply Chain Information Flow:  Transforming Supply Chains - Episode #13

Voice of Supply Chain - Episode #47

Voice of Supply Chain - Episode #46

Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain: With Content and Process Automation

Voice of Supply Chain - Episode #45

AI in Procurement

Driving Strategic Growth: Integrating ESG and Supplier Diversity Through Ethical Sourcing

Voice of Supply Chain - Episode #44

Centre's of Excellence – Implementation, Running and Value

Risk & Reward – Mastering Procurement for Financial Services

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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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