How we hired a Supply Chain Manager for a fully remote & growing eCommerce brand in 4 weeks

Our Result

In 4 weeks, we have found the ideal candidate who met and exceeded all the requirements for the role.

WEEK 2
3 candidates presented
WEEK 3
Top 2 candidates selected
WEEK 4
Supply Chain Manager hired! 🚀

The Starting Point

We were tasked with finding a Supply Chain Manager for a US e-commerce brand called The Pod Company. With this hire, their main goal was to expand their 3PL operations to new countries and have one person focusing on managing this process.

Our Solution

To attract applicants with the desired qualities, we at Prosana worked closely with our client to come up with selling points, requirements, and skills necessary for this position.

Selling Points

• Fully remote & international team • Flexible working times so the team can schedule their working hours to suit their most productive times • Growth opportunities and space to expand the business and be rewarded for it

Requirements

• Experience working with a DTC brand on their supply chain and logistics processes • A track record of successfully managing 3PL relationships • Proven ability to optimize efficiency in the supply chain

Skills We Looked For

• Problem-solver and a good communicator • Strong negotiation skills • Research abilities • Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset

Our Winning Approach

Have strong qualifying questions

With Supply Chain Management being a massive industry, identify the core skills and experience you want this candidate to bring and ask them as part of the initial application form.

Build relationships with potential candidates before hiring

Start to create a network of candidates who you see in this role - they can come from your competitors or other brands in the business you admire.

Key Insights That Helped Us Hire The Perfect Candidate

• Emphasize the importance of cross-functional collaboration. Supply Chain Managers often need to work closely with other departments such as sales, marketing, and finance. Highlighting the opportunities for them to collaborate and make a significant impact on the overall business strategy can attract candidates who thrive in a team-oriented environment and are eager to drive holistic improvements. • The supply chain industry is diverse, with professionals coming from various backgrounds, including retail and manufacturing sectors. To better qualify candidates, include questions in your application form that ask about the types of brands they have worked with, specifically those in the DTC space. • Highlight opportunities for growth within the role, as Supply Chain Managers want to continue upskilling. If you have new projects coming up, make sure you bring this up early in conversations to build excitement.

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