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In today\\u2019s episode of Women In Supply Chain, I\\u2019m joined by Mary McNelly: industry powerhouse and logistics and supply chain expert for leading global shoe brand, Crocs.

An experienced and talented leader, Mary\\u2019s knowledge and experience covers all aspects of logistics and supply chain. In her 13 year career with leading retailer Crocs, Mary has risen through the ranks to become the Senior Director of Global Logistics & Supply Chain Network Design.

Today Mary will be talking to us about her career so far; her passion for logistics; and the role of innovation, automation and agility amidst major disruption. Plus, she\\u2019ll be sharing her experiences as a woman in the industry, as well as her words of advice for all of the women following in her footsteps.

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SHOW SPONSOR:

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This Women in Supply Chain feature was made possible by our sponsor, Emerge. As a company focused on empowering and growing meaningful supply chain relationships, Emerge is proud to sponsor Women in Supply Chain. Through its freight procurement platform, Emerge offers solutions that enhance the spot and contract procurement process, enabling shippers and carriers to make more strategic decisions.

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IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

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[06.06] Mary\\u2019s background, and the journey that led her to a career in supply chain.

\\u201cFor the people who are interested, but don\\u2019t really know \\u2013 jump in and just start\\u2026. If you\\u2019re true to yourself you\\u2019ll find it, because there\\u2019s something for everyone in supply chain.\\u201d

[09.32] A closer look at Mary\\u2019s current role as senior director of global logistics and supply chain network design at Crocs, the challenges and the triumphs.

\\u201cLogistics in the last three years has really proven to be incredibly enabling or disabling, if you don\\u2019t think forward and have the right relationships and strategy.\\u201d

[12.34] Mary\\u2019s steady career progression throughout her 13 years with Crocs, and what she loves so much about the brand.

[14.32] Mary\\u2019s experience of disruption as a director of a global brand during a pandemic, and the different proactive ways in which Crocs responded.

\\u201cI love logistics, supply chain and problem-solving \\u2013 and what\\u2019s more important, is we\\u2019re creating history in supply chain right now.\\u201d

[18.23] Mary\\u2019s innovative, strategic and agile approach to leadership, and how more businesses across the industry can better nurture that kind of mindset.

[21.03] The importance of sustainability and social responsibility, and a closer look at Crocs philanthropy division.

[24.15] Mary\\u2019s experiences as a woman in a male-dominated industry.

\\u201cI\\u2019m so proud to be able to say that the majority of our C Suite at Crocs are all women\\u2026 it\\u2019s been a real goal within Crocs to continue to elevate women.\\u201d

[29.23] Mary\\u2019s reflections on the best way to engage in mentorship.

\\u201cIf you\\u2019re thinking you need to lean out and ask somebody for mentorship, think about what you\\u2019re really asking for and be really focused on that.\\u201d

[31.40] The small, consistent steps throughout her career that helped Mary to find her voice as a supply chain leader.

[35.15] What the future holds for Mary.

[36.55] Mary\\u2019s words of advice for all of the women following in her footsteps.

\\u201cYou can choose to see all of the men in the room, and get overwhelmed \\u2013 or you can choose to see all of the amazing women in the room, get motivated, go and stand next to them and be a part of that. And that was a transformational moment for me.\\u201d

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You can connect with Mary over on LinkedIn.

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