ISM-San Fernando Valley, Inc.

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

San Fernando's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc. is a local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®.

Want to advance your supply management career? ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc. connects members with recognized supply management professionals, provides pertinent certification and training programs, and grows your professional network. ISM—SFV helps you compete and win in today’s global marketplace.

 

 

Upcoming Events

June

19

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Inventory and Supply Management: Opportunities Just Waiting to Happen

Join us for an insightful webinar that will delve into the profound impact of inventory on every facet of your organization. Discover how supply management seamlessly integrates with inventory management to unlock significant cost reduction opportunities. Learn to identify hidden costs and explore methods like cross-docking to minimize inventory handling. Participants will gain hands-on experience with inventory performance metrics formulas and practice using key metrics to evaluate inventory performance. Don't miss this chance to enhance your understanding and drive efficiency in your organization. Register now to uncover the opportunities that await!

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June

26

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-San Fernando Valley Board Installation Ceremony

Join ISM San Fernando Valley for our 2025–2026 Board Installation & Networking Night on Thursday, June 26th at Urban Press Winery in Burbank. Connect with fellow supply chain professionals, celebrate new leadership, and learn about our upcoming initiatives—all in a relaxed, elegant setting.

Location: Urban Press Winery & Restaurant

316 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502

Sponsor: 563 ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc.
Urban Press Winery & Restaurant

July

15

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Camouflaged Challenges in Relational Contracting: How to Best Prepare

Join us for an insightful virtual webinar on relational contracting, where we will explore how this innovative approach can generate value beyond mere cost savings. As certified coaches, our speakers have guided numerous companies through the process of establishing successful business relationships.

During this webinar, you will:

  • Understand the common challenges and obstacles experienced during the relational contract development process. Despite its many successes, relational contracting often presents challenges that are not easily detected. These camouflaged issues, if left unaddressed, can lead to significant problems.
  • Gain awareness on how to prepare well before the start of the relational contracting development process. We will share practical insights and tangible tools to help you recognize and manage potential challenges along the way.
  • Gain insights on potential solutions to common challenges. In our speaker's recently published book, we delve into these challenges through real-life case studies and provide effective solutions.
  • Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of relational contracting and ensure your business relationships thrive. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and enhance your approach to relational contracting.

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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.

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

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ISM Volunteer Positions Available — Get Involved!

The ISM—San Fernando Valley, Inc. chapter is looking for professionals who want to contribute their ideas, time, knowledge, skills, and talents to make ISM—SFV the best chapter for its members.

ISM—SFV offers education, certification, research, leadership opportunities, and management programs to further the understanding and growth of the profession.

Benefits for volunteering include:

  • Earn up to 7 CEHs per year
  • Leadership development
  • Exclusive networking opportunities
  • Contribute to the profession
  • Special pricing at annual conference for chapter officers

If you are interested in volunteering and would like complete position details, visit the Volunteer Page and enter your information. 

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Supply Management News & Reports

ISM World 2025: Trade Compliance and ‘Staying Out of the Headlines’

June 01, 2025
Articles
  • It’s important for procurement organizations to have visibility into trading partners and where their products originate, lest they inadvertently source from a sanctioned entity. “A supplier might say that a product originated in a country that isn’t under the influence of China,” MacCallum said. “A company find out otherwise on the other end, when the shipment gets detained by (U.S. Customs and Border Protection).”

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ISM—San Fernando Valley

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    Happy Members
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    Local Suppliers
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Unlock AI for Smarter Supply Chain Decisions

The AI Playbook for Supply Chain Professionals is your practical guide to using AI to drive smarter decisions. From supplier negotiations to risk management, this on-demand toolkit offers real-world examples, ready-to-use prompts, and expert strategies tailored to the profession. Learn how to apply AI confidently and effectively-no technical background required.

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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!

Join the Survey Panel