2. Responsibilities in this career area (“what”)

Focus:
This area centers on integrating digital technologies into supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and agility. Professionals in this field work on implementing systems like IoT, AI, and blockchain to optimize supply chain operations, from procurement to distribution.
Roles:
Key roles include Digital Supply Chain Analyst, Supply Chain Innovation Manager, and Digital Procurement Specialist.
Skills Needed:
Skills required in this field include knowledge of supply chain processes, proficiency in digital supply chain technologies, data analytics, and an understanding of how digital trends impact supply chain management.

Focus:
This sub-career area centers on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes through the use of digital technologies. It involves identifying process bottlenecks, streamlining workflows, and applying digital solutions to optimize operational performance.
Roles:
Digital Process Analyst, Operations Optimization Specialist, and Digital Efficiency Manager.
Skills Needed:
Proficiency in process mapping, a strong understanding of digital optimization tools (like RPA, BPM software), analytical skills, and the ability to measure and analyze performance metrics.

Focus:
Professionals in this area are responsible for integrating automation technologies within the supply chain and front & back office operations to improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency. They work on deploying systems like automated inventory management, AI for demand forecasting, and robotics in warehousing.
Roles:
Process automation specialist, Supply Chain Automation Specialist, Digital Inventory Analyst, and AI Supply Chain Integrator.
Skills Needed:
Knowledge of supply chain management, expertise in automation technologies, familiarity with AI and machine learning applications in supply chain, and project management skills.