Mind the Gap: Bridging the Divide Between Supply Chain & Merchandising | Ask An Expert

Join us for a dynamic conversation with SPS Commerce experts Brandon Pierre and Maayan Kaplan as they dive into bridging the gap between supply chain and merchandising teams in retail. From understanding the transformative power of the OTIF metric to introducing integrated business planning strategies, this episode offers practical advice for retail executives preparing for 2025. Key Moments Include: [ 00:00 ] Introduction and episode preview [ 02:50 ] Importance of supply chain and merchandising alignment [ 06:30 ] The role of OTIFF in retail success [ 14:10 ] Introducing S&OP and integrated business planning [ 25:05 ] Key metrics to focus on for cross-functional collaboration [ 35:07 ] Final takeaways and preparing for NRF 2025 Whether you’re a retailer or supply chain pro, this episode is packed with actionable insights to prepare for 2025! #retailstrategy #supplychainoptimization #NRF2025 Sponsored Content This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy