Careers in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management

Navigate the logistics of a worldwide industry

As one of the world’s most global industries, fashion demands precision in logistics. A company may source textiles for a garment from one country, construct it in another, ship it to warehouses, and then finally deliver the product to stores. That’s why the fashion world needs adept professionals to streamline these intricate processes for cost and efficiency.

LIM’s Master of Science (MS) in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management program offers a direct path to gaining the skills necessary for success. From analyzing supply chains to understanding sustainable sourcing, our one-year, STEM-designated program can help you prepare for a career in this fast-moving field.

Meet our faculty experts

“The courses I teach at LIM provide students with quantitative tools needed within the supply chain field, highlighting methods frequently used by many businesses while introducing a collection of newer tools designed to enhance managerial decision-making.”

Dr. Burak S. Ayata

Adjunct Faculty, Marcuse School of Graduate Studies

“Supply chain jobs now also include sustainable construction/buildings within the organization, investigating cleaner methods of international and domestic transportation, and responsibility for waste management and its impact.”

Beth Hochberg

Adjunct Faculty, Marcuse School of Graduate Studies

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Careers Paths in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management

A master’s degree in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management will prepare you for job opportunities throughout the fashion industry as well as beyond it.

Here are just a few possibilities:

Demand Planner: Analyze and predict market trends and consumer demands to optimize inventory levels.
Distribution Manager: Oversee the efficient movement of goods to consumers.
Inventory Planner: Create strategies to maintain stock levels, preventing shortages or overstocking.
Logistics Coordinator: Coordinate the transportation and delivery of products, from raw materials to final distribution.
Operations Manager: Streamline processes across a company’s various levels to enhance overall efficiency.
Procurement Manager: Source materials and negotiate contracts with suppliers.
Strategic Sourcing Specialist: Develop strategies to optimize the sourcing of materials.
Supply chain analyst: Utilize data analysis to improve supply chain processes to make them more timely and cost-effective.
Manager, Sustainable Supply Chain Strategy: Manage global oversight and reporting on supply chain human rights and environmental programs to achieve enterprise sustainability targets.

These job titles represent a sample of the potential careers you can explore in global fashion supply chain management.

There are also career possibilities available in related areas, including:

Business strategy
Logistic operations
Production management
Social and environmental affairs
Supply chain consulting and technology solutions
Sustainability management
Transportation management
Warehouse operations

Important Skills and Tools in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management

Success in global fashion supply chain management requires a diverse set of skills.

A master’s degree can help you hone the following:

Cross-cultural awareness: Understand the nuances of an international business environment and build bridges with business partners around the world.
Project leadership: Guide diverse teams to achieve business objectives.
Problem-solving and analysis: Identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
Project management: Prioritize and coordinate tasks to meet tight deadlines.

LIM’s Global Fashion Supply Chain Management program also helps you gain experience using the tools of the trade. These important tools empower supply chain professionals to make data-driven decisions, streamline processes, and stay ahead in the competitive global fashion industry.

Learn to work with:

Demand forecasting systems
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Inventory optimization systems
Order processing systems
Procurement systems
Supplier management systems
Supply chain applications, such as Oracle
Transportation management systems
Warehouse management systems

Professional Organizations and Publications

In the ever-evolving landscape of global fashion supply chain management, staying connected with industry advancements and networking with professionals is key.

Explore the following professional organizations and publications to enhance your knowledge and broaden your horizons:

Professional Organizations

Publications

Master of Science (MS) in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management

In LIM’s master’s degree program in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management, you can develop real-world skills and workplace knowledge. Complete this program in just one calendar year and prepare to launch or advance your career.

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