Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics Podcast

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Jun 2026

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Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics Podcast is one of our projects focused on bringing some of the best thought leaders in the industry, pick their brains and share it with as many interested listeners as possible. We want to connect you with global experts, thought leaders, and executives in all things value chain. We talk about Supply Chain's leading-edge technologies, leadership stories, and personal success habits.

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June 5, 2026Episode 1821 min

#218: Reimagining Pharma Supply Chains for Growth and Patient Impact with Arun Krishnan of AstraZeneca

Arun Krishnan, SVP of Global Supply Chain and Strategy at AstraZeneca, shares how the company is reimagining its supply chain to support ambitious growth while keeping patients at the center. He discusses AstraZeneca’s focus on innovation, AI-enabled ways of working, self-healing supply chains, and the importance of building capabilities for the future. Arun also explains how the organization continues to maintain strong global supply delivery amid volatility, from the pandemic to geopolitical disruption. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the role of curiosity, continuous learning, and empowered leadership in helping people and supply chains adapt to a rapidly changing world.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

March 9, 2026Episode 1723 min

#217: Supply Chain Transformation, Operational Excellence & Leadership in Action with Luca Labriola of Aalberts

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Luca Labriola, Chief Operating Officer at Aalberts, reflects on his journey from the shop floor to leading global supply chain transformations. He played a key role in building an end-to-end supply chain model that improved delivery performance and reduced inventory, and today he is strengthening supply chain and procurement capabilities while shaping the Aalberts Production System to drive long-term operational discipline. Luca also shares his leadership philosophy: make decisions with imperfect data, embrace challenging assignments, seek global exposure, and view leadership not as hierarchy, but as growth, guidance, and service.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

February 9, 2026Episode 1633 min

#216: The Future of Operations: Leadership, Innovation & the Never Settle Mindset with Steffen Lang of Novartis

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Steffen Lang runs operations for one of the world’s most impactful pharma giants, Novartis, leading over 20,000 associates globally. He started in R&D and now oversees the delivery of life-saving medicines at near-perfect service levels. In this episode, we explored how he built a product-centered, resilient supply network, embraced AI in manufacturing, and tackled the real-time complexity of personalized therapies. We dive deep into leadership, dual supply chain strategies, and how a "never settle" mindset transforms global healthcare.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7X: https://bit.ly/3J4Wt35LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

December 17, 2025Episode 1539 min

#215: Redesigning Supply Chains at a Global Scale with Karin Shanahan of Bristol Myers Squibb

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Karin Shanahan, EVP and Chief Supply Chain & Operations Officer at Bristol Myers Squibb, shares how she led a full-scale reboot of the company’s global operating model across 11,000 people in 80 markets. From Excel chaos and post-acquisition silos to a connected, data-led, and transparent supply chain, Karin walks through the bold decisions that made it happen. She breaks down how telling the hard truths, setting new cultural norms, and earning cross-functional trust turned dysfunction into strategy.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7X: https://bit.ly/3J4Wt35Linkedin: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

December 11, 2025Episode 1430 min

#214: The Growth of Microsoft’s Cloud Supply Chain with Cliff Henson

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Cliff Henson leads Microsoft’s Cloud Supply Chain and Engineering, powering Azure, Microsoft 365, and Copilot across 400+ data centers globally. I sat down with Cliff to discuss how he helped pivot Microsoft from a “buy” to a “make” model, turning the cloud supply chain from a cost center into a strategic growth engine. We explore how his team implemented 26 AI agents, dramatically reducing headcount while doubling output. He also shared the blueprint for lean process, talent restructuring, and scaling AI adoption without the buzzwords, just real-world execution at enterprise scale.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7X: https://bit.ly/3J4Wt35Linkedin: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

November 6, 2025Episode 1333 min

#213: Supply Chain Transformation Blueprint with Duncan Angove of Blue Yonder

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Duncan Angove, CEO of Blue Yonder, joins me to unpack the seismic shifts in supply chain driven by AI, data, and imagination. From powering $25 billion in machine workloads daily to orchestrating global operations for the world’s largest brands, Duncan reveals how Blue Yonder’s platform is reshaping the industry. We explore AI ethics, change management, platformization, and what supply chains might look like in a decade, fueled not just by tech, but by societal transformation.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7X: https://bit.ly/3J4Wt35Linkedin: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

September 19, 2025Episode 1224 min

#212: Inside IKEA’s End-to-End Supply Chain Overhaul with Susanne Waidzunas

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Susanne Waidzunas has spent over 25 years shaping one of the most intricate global supply chains on the planet at IKEA. From her early days managing suppliers in the Baltics to leading a sweeping digital and sustainability transformation, Susanne offers a rare look inside IKEA’s end-to-end strategy. We explore how her team is decoupling growth from material usage, investing in automation to boost resilience, and building a culture of collaborative leadership to future-proof operations. A masterclass in supply chain leadership and transformation.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

September 2, 2025Episode 1133 min

#211: Why Calm Leadership Wins in Supply Chain with Arne Flemming of Bosch

*Hosted by Fei Yu*I sat down with Arne Flemming, Senior Vice President of Corporate Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics Services at Bosch, a €90B global powerhouse operating across mobility, industrial tech, home appliances, and more. Arne leads supply chain operations impacting 30,000+ associates and 230 plants worldwide. We discuss his nontraditional path from finance into supply chain, his philosophy of calm yet decisive leadership, and how Bosch stays agile after 140 years of history. We also delved into transformation projects, digitalization trends, and the skills future leaders will need to thrive in an increasingly tech-driven, customer-centric environment. Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

August 6, 2025Episode 1032 min

#210: Operational Innovation at TE Connectivity with Jim Tobojka

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Jim Tobojka is the Chief Operations Officer at TE Connectivity, a USD 16B industrial tech powerhouse whose products power everything from EVs to life-saving devices. We dived into Jim’s bold career path, from turning around plants at age 24 to scaling TE’s logistics network through a transformative initiative called Integrated Operations Network or ION. We explored how he slashed logistics costs by over 60%, built an AI strategy with real ROI, and created a playbook for operational excellence. Themes include procurement transformation, end-to-end thinking, digital enablement, and talent-driven leadership.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

July 30, 2025Episode 936 min

#209: Building Resilient, Local-Global Supply Chains with Manuel Wildberger of Givaudan

*Hosted by Fei Yu*Manuel Wildberger leads European operations at Givaudan, a global flavor and fragrance giant with 7.4B Swiss Francs in sales and customers across 150 countries. I spoke with Manuel about how he manages a 800M Swiss Francs supply chain across seven plants and five countries while balancing hyper-customization, precision, and resilience. We explore how Givaudan stays agile amid raw material shocks, geopolitical complexity, and regulatory hurdles, while integrating AI, digitalization, and sustainability into daily operations.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd