In this article, I discuss my approach to planning – not demand or supply planning, but something just as critical: my own career development. Through a mix of hands-on project work, certifications, formal education, mentorship, and a healthy dose of self-initiated learning, I have taken deliberate steps to shape a future in operational leadership. While I am the first to admit I am far from finished, I reveal how building a flexible, methodical roadmap – complete with taking time to stop and smell the roses – can turn uncertainty into momentum and ambition into ...

From Issue: Forecasting Reimagined: The Impact of LLMs on Demand Forecasting
(Fall 2025)

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Career Roadmap: Elevating Your Supply Chain Career Through Intentional Growth