In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers podcast, we talk with Jenny Yao Harrison, a seasoned global supply chain and business transformation executive with over two decades of experience leading cross-functional teams across continents and industries. Currently serving as the commercial leader for a strategic customer at Niagara Bottling, Jenny shares insights from a career that has taken her from Coca-Cola’s global operations to leading supply chain strategy at Finlays in London.

We explore Jenny’s journey—from her unexpected entry into the supply chain world to building a T-shaped leadership profile through roles in operations, R&D, and innovation. She unpacks the contrasts between public and private companies, the realities of international assignments, and how she’s navigated career transitions while balancing personal and professional growth.

Whether you’re starting out or leading supply chains at scale, this episode offers valuable lessons in adaptability, leadership, and creating a fulfilling global career in the ever-evolving beverage industry.

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• Sales & Business Development
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• Supply Chain Management
• Technology & Automation
• Warehousing

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast, we sit down with Scott Mason, a seasoned supply chain leader whose career spans high-impact roles in industry, academia, and now at Amazon, where he leads optimization efforts for under-the-roof operations.

Scott shares how his early experiences in semiconductor manufacturing and consulting laid the groundwork for a career focused on modeling, analytics, and systems thinking. He reflects on his academic tenure at Clemson and the University of Arkansas, and what ultimately brought him back into industry to help Amazon move over 100 million packages a day with precision and efficiency.

We explore:

• The evolution of supply chain modeling — from spreadsheets to AI
• The critical balance between hard skills and soft skills
• Why empathy, communication, and self-awareness matter more than ever
• How Amazon's culture fosters innovation at scale
• Leadership lessons across academia, consulting, and tech

Whether you're a student, a seasoned professional, or someone exploring a pivot in supply chain, Scott’s insights offer a grounded roadmap for building a meaningful, impactful career.

Need help hiring top talent? Engage SCM Talent Group, a supply chain recruiting & executive search firm that specializes in your hiring needs:

• Continuous Improvement
• Engineering
• Inventory Planning
• Logistics & Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Operations
• Robotics
• Sales & Business Development
• S&OP
• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
• Supply Chain Management
• Technology & Automation
• Warehousing

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers podcast, we sit down with John Peoples, a seasoned supply chain and operations leader whose career spans major organizations like Ford, Halliburton, Coca-Cola, and Domino’s.

John shares how he built his career from the plant floor to multi-site operations leadership—emphasizing the importance of curiosity, continuous improvement, and a people-first leadership style. From leading startup facilities to turning around underperforming sites, John reveals how emotional safety, empowerment, and team culture drive performance at scale.

You’ll hear:

• Why frontline experience is critical to long-term leadership success
• The difference between managing a single site vs. multiple operations
• How to build trust, drive metrics, and develop high-performing teams
• The role of mentorship, networking, and advocacy in career growth
• Advice for young professionals looking to lead in manufacturing

Whether you're early in your career or looking to step into senior operations leadership, John offers grounded, practical insights you can apply today.

Need help hiring top talent? Engage SCM Talent Group, a supply chain recruiting & executive search firm that specializes in your hiring needs:

• Continuous Improvement
• Engineering
• Inventory Planning
• Logistics & Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Operations
• Robotics
• Sales & Business Development
• S&OP
• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
• Supply Chain Management
• Technology & Automation
• Warehousing