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Be Curious. A lot of people are 'lucky" - but what I have noticed is that the best opportunities arrive when we are curious and pay attention to what is around us. Learn something that doesn't directly relate to what you are doing. Many of my chances came because I was open to learning more about something, and then was prepared to take advantage of the opportunity when it arrived. Curious people tend to build stronger relationships, partly they ask genuine questions. They tend to understand things more, because they ask until they figure things out. I also find them to have better attitudes and be more fun to work with.
Career path
Assoc. Director of Supply Chain
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From 10/2022 to 09/2024Manager Supply Chain
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From 04/2019 to 10/2022Purchasing & Logistics Manager
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From 04/2016 to 11/2018Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
I enjoy learning and finding ways to continuously improve. I have found that the more things you learn, the more areas of business make sense, and the more connections you can make - both with people and between processes. It is a remarkable talent to see how all the different pieces of a business fit and flow together. I also find that it is extremely rewarding to share what you have learned with others, and help boost them and their careers to the next level. Our business couldn't be where it is today if not for the learnings of those who came before us. I also continuously look for ways to find win/win solutions. I find that win/lose mentalities lack the creativity to problem solve and look for opportunities to build better longer lasting partnerships.
Greatest achievements
In the early days of the pandemic, PPE usages skyrocketed as we did everything in our power to keep our providers safe and treating patients. Many of our suppliers limited products to the last rolling 12 months of consumption, so we had significant supply constraints. Together with a cross functional team, we developed protocols which ensured all of our providers would be protected and we could remain open to treat patients. We didn't have an ERP system, so we built one from scratch to track use & resupply across all of our locations. This is when I began providing 'dad' jokes as an incentive to my colleagues to provide the data we needed to keep our tool working. It was a small dose of fun in a very difficult and stressful environment. I am extremely proud to have had the opportunity to solve these challenges during my time there, as well as thankful that my previous work experience had provided the skillsets I needed to support and solve the challenges we faced.
Amanda S
Top Insider Advice
I would have missed a great opportunity to come to work feeling radiant every day, if I had closed myself off to new things, that seemed outside my field of study. Move freely among the different areas of the company, be ready to help, and when asked for help, go above and beyond. And always follow through on what you agree to do! Be someone others can trust, have empathy, and never get stuck in 'it's always been done this way.' It's like becoming a problem solver, the kind of person you'd want on your team, someone you can trust to get things done. Roll up your sleeves and don't be fussy!
Tony R
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As someone with an education and training background, I could talk at length on the importance of gaining qualifications and experiences necessary for taking on a new role. However, I have found that my most important and career-defining learning experiences have happened when I said 'yes' to a new opportunity or challenge which was way out of my comfort zone or existing skill set. Say yes now and figure it out later - you'll be amazed at what you can achieve.
Callum W
Top Insider Advice
Coming into the animal healthcare industry with no prior experience was daunting at first and i would be lying if i said i didn't find adapting to a completely new industry challenging! However, stepping out of my comfort zone has truly helped me grow into my role & progress to where i find myself today. It's natural to feel hesitant at first when joining a new business, but remember that the most rewarding experiences often come from taking risks and challenging yourself. When you push beyond what's familiar, you open the door to new opportunities and self-development. Embrace the uncertainty, and trust in your ability to adapt and thrive. Each step outside your comfort zone builds confidence and a much greater understanding of your potential. So, take the leap and push yourself out of your comfort zone.