Featuring Erin Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer at YMX Logistics

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers podcast, we sit down with Erin Mitchell, COO of YMX Logistics, to explore her remarkable career journey from software developer at Kraft to leading logistics integrations and scaling a fast-growing startup.

Erin shares how a company-sponsored MBA opened doors into operations, and how servant leadership, stretch assignments, and a bias for action helped her navigate major mergers, build high-performing teams, and drive innovation in supply chain.

We discuss:

• The skills Erin looks for when hiring logistics talent
• Leading during high-pressure M&A integrations
• Transitioning from shipper to logistics service provider
• Why operations experience is critical for long-term career growth
• Balancing sustainability, customer success, and profitability
• How to lead through change, even when the plan goes off-course

Whether you're just starting out or leading a global supply chain, Erin’s story offers practical advice and inspiration for supply chain professionals at every stage.

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• 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 dive deep into the world of operations leadership with Fabio Paniza, Director of Operations for a leading global medical device and pharmaceutical company. Fabio oversees global manufacturing operations spanning the U.S. and Switzerland, managing everything from component warehousing and kitting to final assembly, packaging, and service support for life-saving medical devices.

Fabio shares his inspiring journey from his family business in Brazil to leading complex global operations for one of the world's top healthcare companies.

Whether you're just starting out or seeking your next leadership role in supply chain, Fabio’s career path and perspective on people-first operations will leave you both informed and inspired.

🔗 Connect with Fabio on LinkedIn: Fabio Paniza
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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 award-winning supply chain leader, Moonmoon Rathod, for an inside look at what it’s like to work as a Supply Chain Manager. With over a decade of experience at global powerhouses like Amazon, Apple, Daimler Mercedes-Benz, and William Sonoma, Moonmoon shares her career journey, daily responsibilities, and the skills—both technical and soft—that are essential for success in logistics and operations.

Tune in as Moonmoon discusses:

• How a career-shaping internship led her into supply chain
• What she likes about being a Supply Chain Manager
• What her main day-to-day job duties consist of
• Her passion for problem-solving, innovation, and mentorship

Whether you're a student exploring career paths, a mid-career professional seeking advancement, or a leader shaping supply chain strategy, this episode offers actionable insights from one of the industry’s rising stars. Moonmoon also shares advice for breaking into the field, the value of rotational programs, and how to build a career that thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.

🎧 Presented by SCM Talent Group – the industry-leading supply chain recruiting and executive search firm.

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