ISM-Rochester, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Rochester's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals 

ISM-Rochester, Inc. is one of over 70 chapters of Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®). ISM Global is  located in Tempe, Arizona and has over 50,000 members.  ISM-Rochester has 150 members and counting! 

ISM serves as a center of excellence in establishing best-in-class professional standards of competency and conduct for its members, and for matters pertaining to purchasing, materials, research, and education.

Through alliances with its members, other chapters, and other organizations, ISM offers education, certification, research, and management programs to further the understanding and growth of the profession, servicing anyone interested in any phase of purchasing and materials.

ISM-Rochester is a non-profit association governed by it’s bylaws and a Board of Directors with committee members all of whom are volunteers.  All day to day activities of the association are accomplished through its volunteers.  At this point the association has no paid staff. ISM-Rochester’s fiscal year starts June 1st and the Program Year runs September through June.

LOYALTY TO YOUR COMPANY, JUSTICE TO THOSE WITH WHOM YOU DEAL, FAITH IN YOUR PROFESSION.- ISM-Rochester Founding Principle

Upcoming Events

June

07

2023

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey Calling All Relationships Series: Fundamentals of Supplier Relationship Management

Please join us for part 1 of our "Calling All Relationship Series" - Fundamentals of Supplier Relationship Management.

In part I of our Calling All Relationship Series we will be discussing best practices, tools and requirements to build a productive, evolving and Innovative Supplier relationship.

Speakers: Sheldon Mydat, Suppeco & David Johnson, News Corp

Sponsor: 020 ISM—Arizona, Inc., 060 ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc., 070 ISM—Central Florida, Inc., 670 ISM—Eastern Virginia, Inc., 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc., 530 ISM—Rochester, Inc., 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc., 605 ISM—South Florida, Inc.
Online
David Johnson, Shelton Mydat

June

08

2023

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey Creating Procurement Harmony: Duet

We invite you attend part 2 in our
Creating Procurement HarmonySeries: Duet (Demystifying Data Science for Procurement)  sponsored by Arkestro.
Sponsor: 020 ISM—Arizona, Inc., 060 ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc., 070 ISM—Central Florida, Inc., 670 ISM—Eastern Virginia, Inc., 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc., 530 ISM—Rochester, Inc., 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc., 605 ISM—South Florida, Inc.
Online
Shannon Kreps, Robyn Sablosky

June

21

2023

Chapter Webinar

ISM-New Jersey Voice of Supply Chain with Brent Perekoppi

Please join us for our June Voice of Supply Chain featuring Brent Perekoppi, Sr. Director/Head of Sourcing, Clarivate with our host Sarah Scudder, Chief Marketing Officer, SourceDay
Sponsor: 020 ISM—Arizona, Inc., 060 ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc., 070 ISM—Central Florida, Inc., 670 ISM—Eastern Virginia, Inc., 410 ISM—New Jersey, Inc., 530 ISM—Rochester, Inc., 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc.
Online
Brent Perekoppi, Sarah Scudder

ISM—Rochester, Inc.

Since 1917, members of Insitute for Supply Chain Management-Rochester, Inc. are recognized as world class professionals. Our chapter is volunteer driven and we have continued to serve as a center of excellence for purchasing and supply management professionals.

Check out our education calendar for exclusive Members Only education on the many competencies of supply management, along with, research analysis and leadership skills. 

Contact ISM Member Services with any questions, 480.752.6276, option 8. 

Supply Management News & Reports

The Changing Hospital Procurement Prognosis

May 08, 2023
Articles

Product and labor shortages still abound — and cost is still paramount — but health-care systems are realizing the value and opportunities their supply chains can bring in other ways. 

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  • When It Comes to ESG Risk, Supply Chain Visibility is Key

    May 23, 2023
    Articles
    Sponsored Content | Supply chains create jobs, deliver critical materials, and support consumer needs. From bandages to bananas; televisions to treadmills; pots to pans, all are brought to us, courtesy of supply chains. However, this convenience sometimes comes at a cost — and that price is often paid by the impoverished, the desperate and the environment.
  • ISM World 2023: Rethinking China and Supply Chains

    May 22, 2023
    Articles
    Moving a supply chain out of China isn’t that simple. But compounding issues like the Ukraine-Russia war, tariffs, trade wars, global counterfeiting, geopolitical disruption and the ongoing difficulty in procuring certain components and materials make it an alluring thought.
  • How Data Truth Keeps Food Safe and Companies Compliant

    May 22, 2023
    Articles
    Businesses and consumers put a lot of faith into the global food supply, as its sourcing, certifications and labeling put a stamp on integrity, reliability and safety.

Join ISM

Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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Women’s Supply Management Community

This is an inclusive and welcoming group, and all who wish to celebrate and empower women practicing within the supply management profession are invited. This group is for creating connections, networking, celebrating successes, sharing news, tips, stories, job opportunities, ideas and empowerment for women within the supply management field.

We encourage you to share your supply chain questions, thoughts, ideas, and comments with ISM and other group members.

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