Distribution Basics
What is the meaning of ID?
Industrial Distribution
True/False: People quit their managers more than they quit their companies.
True
What does SWID stand for?
Society of Women in Industrial Distrabution
What food was ordered at today's event?
Good food
Name one industry that hires ID graduates?
Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Construction, Technology, Distributers
What is the difference between wholesale and retail distribution?
Wholesale sells bulk to businesses while retail sells directly to consumers.
Name one way companies support work-life balance.
Flexible schedules, remote work, wellness programs, PTO
Name one benefit of networking at industry events?
Menorship opportunities, internships, career opportunities, or knowledge sharing.
Amazon Prime typically offers how many days of shipping?
2 Days
Name a common entry-level job for ID graduates?
Sales, Supply chain analyst, operations coordinator
What does a KPI stand for?
Key Performance Indicator
Which matters more: soft skills or technical skills in a new employee?
Soft Skills
How many years has the ID program existed at Texas A&M?
78 years, founded in 1947
True/False: Forklifts are legally allowed on highways?
False
What is the average starting salary for TAMU ID graduates?
Around $70,000
What is a SKU used for in distribution?
What is an ERG?
Employee Resource Group
What is the name of the SWID secretary?
Maelin
What was the first product sold on Amazon?
A book
What is one professional certification that can boost an ID graduate's career?
Lean Six Sigma, PMP, APICS, SPIM
What is the bullwhip effect?
The amplification of demand variability as it moves upstream in the supply chain.
By 2030, Gen Z will make up roughly what % of the workplace?
30%
Who is in charge of the mentorship program?
Jaspreet
True/False: Chocolate was once used as a currency in ancient civilizations?
True
What percentage of TAMU ID graduates score jobs before graduation?
Typically 90%+