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Inside McCormick’s Bold Supply Chain Strategy

In this inspiring and special episode from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium in Orlando, Scott Luton of Supply Chain Now sits down with Whitney Shlesinger, Vice President of Global Planning and Logistics at McCormick & Company. From the bold flavors of Old Bay, Frank’s RedHot, and Cholula to global supply chain innovation, Whitney shares how McCormick is blending strategy, sustainability, and leadership development to stay ahead.

Key takeaways include:

  • How McCormick structures its supply chain for resilience and growth
  • The power of data-driven planning and scenario modeling
  • Why diversity and mentorship are critical to the future of supply chain
  • How the supply chain functions as a unifying force across the business

Whether you’re a supply chain leader or emerging professional, this episode is packed with insights on vision, structure, and building a culture of excellence.

 

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.

 

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