2025 to 2026 Supply Chain Talent, Technology, and Career Outlook

As supply chain leaders and professionals look ahead to 2026, one reality remains unchanged. Supply chains still exist to move, make, store, and deliver the goods and services people rely on every day. Food must be produced and distributed. Energy demand continues to rise. Products still need to move from suppliers to manufacturers to customers.

What has changed is the level of complexity required to manage those flows effectively.

In this episode of the Supply Chain Career Catalyst podcast, Rodney Apple, Chris Gaffney, and Mike Ogle discuss the forces shaping supply chain careers today. Their conversation spans technology adoption, skills gaps, labor market shifts, risk management, and what both employers and professionals must do to remain competitive in an increasingly uncertain environment.

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• Robotics
• Sales & Business Development
• S&OP
• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
• Supply Chain Management
• Technology & Automation
• Warehousing