The Supply Chaney Podcast
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The Supply Chaney Podcast
Ep. 78 - From Warehouse to COO with Brian Kirst
In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney interviews Brian Kirst, COO of SnapFulfil, discussing the full cycle career concept in supply chain and logistics. Brian shares his journey from working in warehousing and distribution to co-founding 3PL companies and ultimately joining SnapFulfil. The conversation explores the importance of relationships in the industry, the evolution of SnapFulfil, its differentiators, and the ideal customer profile. Brian also touches on the global presence of SnapFulfil, the role of AI in supply chain management, and offers advice for aspiring 3PL operators amidst the current challenges in the industry.
Chapters
00:00 The Full Cycle Career in Supply Chain
13:00 Brian's Journey Through Logistics
19:08 Understanding SnapFulfill's Unique Approach
24:19 Identifying the Ideal Customer for SnapFulfill
29:45 The Role of AI in Supply Chain
30:52 Advice for Aspiring 3PL Operators
36:34 Final Thoughts on Supply Chain Evolution
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