ISM-Houston, Inc.

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

Houston's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Houston, Inc. is the Houston, Texas chapter of the Institute for Supply Management. ISM—Houston supports and drives the success of supply management professionals through training and development programs and networking opportunities.

We are currently 1200+ members strong and have 800+ members that hold one or more ISM Professional Certifications. Our members represent the thriving area industries of Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Healthcare, Construction, and many others.

 

Upcoming Events

September

24

2024

MEMBER WEBINAR
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Supply Chain Costing and Performance Management

This presentation is based on the book “Supply Chain Costing and Performance Management” that Gary Cokins co-authored published by John Wiley & Sons. The book is a result of a research study to examine the application of supply chain profit and costing measurement methods in multiple industries and international settings.

 

Learning Objectives:

  • Why there is pressure on supply chain trading partners to collaborate rather than be adversarial.
  • Why customers are the source of shareholder wealth creation for suppliers.
  • How to measure and manage supplier, product, channel, and customer profitability.
  • Why as differentiation from product advantages is reduced or neutralized due to commoditization, then service level differentiation matters, and the customer relationship grows in importance as a competitive advantage.
  • How to shift the mindset from growing sales to growing profitable sales and to view customers as investments like in a stock portfolio to seek higher ROIs – return on customers (ROC).
  • How to consider influencing a company’s suppliers’ suppliers and customers’ customers – second tiers and above.
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October

02

2024

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Compiling Supplier Data to Inform Sustainability Compliance

As the regulatory landscape continues to shift with new mandates like CSRD, CSDDD, and SEC disclosures, creating a streamlined supplier engagement strategy is more critical than ever. This webinar will guide you through developing a strategy that efficiently gathers the necessary data for compliance without overwhelming your suppliers. We'll explore how to minimize supplier fatigue by aligning your questions with multiple standards, reducing the number of requests, and ensuring a smooth compliance process. Additionally, we'll discuss how to integrate these data collection practices into your procurement lifecycle—from pre-contract phases to value creation moments—so you can expedite compliance, mitigate risks, and decarbonize your supply chain. Join us to learn how to make regulatory requirements a seamless part of your procurement strategy.
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October

08

2024

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Houston The Impact of Shipping and Logistics on Supply Chains and Strategies for Risk Mitigation

The Impact of Shipping and Logistics on Supply Chains and Strategies for Risk Mitigation.

Location: Sheraton Houston Brookhollow Hotel, 3000 N Loop W, Houston, TX 77092

Are you a full-time student? Contact ISM Member Services for special pricing. 480.752.6276 option 8.

Sponsor: 295 ISM—Houston, Inc.
Houston, TX
Yvette Camel-Smith, Nick Gibbons, John Hark, Monique Harris
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President's Welcome Message

On behalf of the board for the 2024-2025 program year, welcome to ISM-Houston Inc. We appreciate you visiting our new website.

ISM-Houston Inc. is a non-profit organization powered by dedicated volunteers who aim to support professionals in sourcing and supply management through top-tier programs, education, professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

Our monthly professional development meetings address a variety of topics pertinent to today's industry professionals, offering valuable insights, networking opportunities, and actionable takeaways. Explore our website for information on upcoming events and educational resources tailored to the needs of modern professionals. Below is the schedule of professional development meetings and programs for the 2024-2025 year:

Date Theme Speaker/Panelist
6/11/2024 Career Management. Molly Determan
7/13/2024 Strategy Session & Board Member Orientation Melanie Larimer, Board Members
9/10/2024 Good Students Are Students Of History: Lessons learned Over 40 years with the best-in-class companies Jimmy Anklesaria
10/8/2024 The Impact of  Shipping and Logistics on Supply Chains and Strategies for Risk Mitigation Yvette Camel-Smith, Monique Harris, John Hark, Nick Gibbons
11/12/2024 Trends in AI for Supply Chain Michael Lueck, Brent Sisson, Micah Garrison, Brooks Boccella
Dec. 4 - 5, 2024 Energy Supply Chain and Procurement Summit Conference Speakers
1/14/2025 Economic Outlook for 2025 Anthony Nieves
2/4/2025 Annual Supplier Expo Shelley Stewart
3/25/2025 ISM-Houston Rodeo Mixer Attendees
4/8/2025 Cybersecurity & Supply Chain Risks Tom Derry, Ralph Carlton, Jim Guinn
5/6/2025 Women in Supply Chain Panel Donna Cole, Susan Marty, Lisa Haley, Landi Spearman
5/15/2025 ISM-Houston Annual Golf Tournament Attendees
6/1/2025 Installation of Incoming President TBD

 

Are you thinking about pursuing professional certification? ISM Global provides a variety of certifications to boost your expertise and credibility in the field. Whether you're aiming to become a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM®️) or a Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD™️), we offer courses and resources to help you reach your goals.

If you’re not yet a member of ISM-Houston Inc., we encourage you to join us. Membership offers numerous benefits, both locally and globally, to help you advance your career and take on leadership roles within the industry.

Need more information or have questions? Feel free to contact me or any member of our dedicated Board. We're here to assist you and look forward to connecting with you online or at our upcoming events.

Thank you,
John Atasie, MBA
President, ISM—Houston, Inc.
Board of Directors (ismworld.org)

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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.

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Coming Soon! ISM Member Online Community

ISM members will soon have a chance to access a new online community. This is another way members can connect, network, ask questions and share best practices to help them in their careers and strengthen the profession. Members will also have the opportunity to access the latest news, participate in polls and surveys, and more.

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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