From grocery shortages to issues securing computer chips for new cars, appliances and more, supply chain issues have been at the forefront over the past few years. Manufacturers, retailers and consumers are all experiencing the impact and high costs.
The news is not all bad. These challenges have also highlighted growing opportunities in supply chain careers.
Supply Chain Management
The average salary for supply chain jobs in Oakland County is $62,161.
Oakland Community College (OCC) will launch an associate degree in Supply Chain Management to meet the needs of the field’s growing job demand. The online degree program is tailored to break down the complicated systems of delivering products and services around the globe. Students will learn all aspects of supply chain management including working with data, logic, economic trends, contracts and business practices.
“Supply Chain Management is more than a degree; it’s the backbone of global commerce,” explains program director Eboni Mathis, PhD. “OCC’s program is designed to prepare students for real-world business operations.”
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Nicole Kampe is the Marketing Director for Automation Alley, Michigan’s Industry 4.0 knowledge center, and is responsible for overseeing the organization’s marketing strategy, digital experience, brand and image. Nicole is an experienced marketing, communications, and public relations professional with over 17 years of experience working in both journalism and corporate communications. Nicole earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Oakland University and worked previously at The Oakland Press, where she was honored on multiple occasions by the Society of Professional Journalists before joining Automation Alley in 2012.
