Tips for Entry
Read the "ASCM Blog" (https://www.ascm.org/ascm-insights) to learn more about the field.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings and career resources: https://asq.org/career and https://www.ascm.org/membership-community/career-resources.
Land an entry-level job at a manufacturing plant to learn about the field and make valuable industry contacts.
Join professional associations to access training and networking resources, industry publications, certification, and employment opportunities.
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