ISM-SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN, Inc.

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

Southeast Michigan's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Southeast Michigan is a not-for-profit chapter of the global organization, Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®). 

For more than a century, Institute for Supply Management has impacted supply management and the purchasing profession through best-in-class education, certification, leadership development and research.

 

Welcome ISM—Southeast Michigan Members

As a chapter of ISM Global, click on the video to hear ISM—Southeast Michigan members speak about their experience and the value an ISM membership adds to your career.

Upcoming Events

May

14

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Member Orientation

This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.

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Megan Hays
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May

14

2026

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Southeast Michigan: Navigating Global Sourcing for Success

Join us for our signature Supply Chain Consulting Event. This event will cover examples of manufacturers' (across industries) global sourcing actions to address C/Q/D challenges to meet their objectives in a tough economic environment with heightened geopolitical and supply chain risk, fluid tariffs, USMCA uncertainty, and customer nearshoring preferences.

Location
Alibi of Troy
6700 Rochester Rd
Troy, MI 48085

Sponsor: 170 ISM—Southeast Michigan, Inc.
Alibi of Troy
Drew Sheffield
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May

28

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Why Negotiation Outperforms Competitive Bidding - The Data-Backed Case

Discover why negotiation outperforms traditional bidding—and how you can apply it today.

In this dynamic session, you’ll learn:

  • The Evidence: Grounded in peer-reviewed research, see how negotiation consistently drives more value, innovation, and speed compared to competitive bidding.
  • The Framework: Explore the SMARTnership and NegoEconomics models—proven approaches that can unlock up to 42% additional value in procurement agreements.
  • Immediate Application: Walk away with practical tools and strategies to shift from lowest-price wins to trust-based, collaborative negotiations that benefit all stakeholders.

    Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your procurement approach and deliver measurable impact.

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    Supply Management News & Reports

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    Join ISM

    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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    Learn from the Creator of AIM & DRIVE

    As supply chain leaders face increasing pressure to deliver measurable value, the need to combine structured cost strategy with digital capability has never been greater. Closing that gap requires both a proven process and the right technology.

    Through ISM's Total Cost Solution class, taught live by Jimmy Anklesaria, ISM members gain direct access to the AIM & DRIVE? process and a complimentary 30 day AIMDRIVE-AI trial subscription. Participants leave with both the strategic framework and the digital platform needed to strengthen cost insight, improve supplier conversations, and drive sustainable savings.

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