Western New York's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM-Western New York, Inc. is one of over 54 chapters of Institute for Supply Management^® (ISM^®). ISM Global is located in Tempe, Arizona and has over 50,000 members. ISM-Western New York has over 200 members and counting!

ISM serves as a center of excellence in establishing best-in-class professional standards of competency and conduct for its members, and for matters pertaining to purchasing, materials, research, and education.

Through alliances with its members, other chapters, and other organizations, ISM offers education, certification, research, and management programs to further the understanding and growth of the profession, servicing anyone interested in any phase of purchasing and materials.

ISM-Western New York is a non-profit association governed by it’s bylaws and a Board of Directors with committee members who are volunteers. ISM-Western New York's fiscal year starts June 1^st and the Program Year runs September through June.

"Loyalty To Your Company, Justice To Those With Whom You Deal, Faith In Your Profession"

ISM-Western New York Founding Principle

Upcoming Events:

July 30th - Board of Directors Installation Dinner & Annual Meeting

July

15 2025

MEMBER WEBINAR

Member Only

Camouflaged Challenges in Relational Contracting: How to Best Prepare

Join us for an insightful virtual webinar on relational contracting, where we will explore how this innovative approach can generate value beyond mere cost savings. As certified coaches, our speakers have guided numerous companies through the process of establishing successful business relationships.

During this webinar, you will:

Understand the common challenges and obstacles experienced during the relational contract development process. Despite its many successes, relational contracting often presents challenges that are not easily detected. These camouflaged issues, if left unaddressed, can lead to significant problems.
Gain awareness on how to prepare well before the start of the relational contracting development process. We will share practical insights and tangible tools to help you recognize and manage potential challenges along the way.
Gain insights on potential solutions to common challenges. In our speaker's recently published book, we delve into these challenges through real-life case studies and provide effective solutions.
Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of relational contracting and ensure your business relationships thrive. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and enhance your approach to relational contracting.

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July

17 2025

MEMBER WEBINAR

Member Only

Quarterly State of Risk Update

Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Kamal Ahluwalia will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

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July

30 2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM Rochester Installation Dinner & Annual Meeting

Please Join us for our Installation Dinner & Annual Meeting at The Buffalo Yacht Club

Welcoming New Board Members for 2025-2026:

President - Kristin Wolf

1st Vice - President- Shawn Milligan

Membership Chair - John Sakalian

Program Chair - Robert Conti

Communications Chair - Lonnie Kaczka

Location: Buffalo Yacht Club, 1 Porter Ave, Buffalo, NY 14201

Are you a fulltime student? Contact ISM Member Services for special pricing.

480.752.6276 option 8.

Sponsor: 530 ISM—Western New York, Inc.

Buffalo Yacht Club

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ISM-Western New York, Inc.

Since 1917, members of ISM-Western New York, Inc. are recognized as world class professionals. Our chapter is volunteer driven and we have continued to serve as a center of excellence for purchasing and supply management professionals.

Check out our Education Calendar for exclusive Members Only education on the many competencies of supply management, along with, research analysis and leadership skills.

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An Introduction to Supply Chain Optimization

June 23, 2025

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Businesses have goals related to growth, market share, profitability, sustainability, customer service, and so on. But there are limits, like how much a factory can make, how many workers and materials are available, and how much space there is in a warehouse. To figure out the best way to run the supply chain, you have to look at lots of different options and pick the one that works best for the business. Optimization is a mathematics technique that is best suited to enable businesses to meet their objectives.

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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Unlock AI for Smarter Supply Chain Decisions

The AI Playbook for Supply Chain Professionals is your practical guide to using AI to drive smarter decisions. From supplier negotiations to risk management, this on-demand toolkit offers real-world examples, ready-to-use prompts, and expert strategies tailored to the profession. Learn how to apply AI confidently and effectively-no technical background required.

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM^®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business^® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits: