SupplyChain Magazine April 2021 | Page 19

Q . WHAT IS THE BIGGEST OBSTACLE FACING SUPPLY CHAIN IN 2021 ?

» Talent ! The industry is adapting to the changes ecommerce has generated , however it has generated a need for us to step up our game to attract and retain talent in an industry that is already challenged for labour .

Technology has been a key driver for all HR activities – and DHL Supply Chain adopted a digitised approach to recruitment activities pre-COVID moving to a centralised recruitment strategy across North America . This strategy has enabled us to connect with the best candidates – faster . A gamechanger for our ability to flex up during seasonal peaks for our customers .
Q . WHAT ’ S YOUR PERSONAL MANTRA ?

» When I was making the decision to transition into HR with DHL , a mentor shared a quote with me : “ Don ’ t go where the path may lead , go instead where there is no path and leave a trail .” It really resonated with me – empowering me to go all in and stand out and do something new .

Q . THREE THINGS YOU CAN ’ T LIVE WITHOUT ?

» I am a great game night host , a theme party extraordinaire , and find myself not getting to spend enough days enjoying the view of Lake Erie from my cottage .

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