Jason Bader - The Distribution Team

Managing the Gen X Employee

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:General Insights

Jason has some amazing insight into how to best manage Gen-X in this great article.

How do Two-Step Distributors Remain Viable?

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Distribution Strategies Supply Chain

In these days of improved logistics, the 2 step distributor will have to remind their customers and suppliers where they bring value to the supply chain.

Help Wanted: Where are the Next Salespeople Coming From?

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Customer Relations Distribution Strategies

Where should distributors find new salespeople as it seems that sales careers are losing popularity?

Help Them Help You: Setting Expectation with a Manufacturer

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Distribution Strategies

As a distributor, your vendor relations are critical. This article explores some ways in which you can maximize your relationships with vendors to reduce back orders and improve fill rates.

Improving Gross Margins – Without Harassing Your Suppliers (Part II)

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Distribution Strategies

It's easy to beat up on suppliers when gross margins dwindle. Part II of this article talks about what distributors can do to internally shore up margins.

Improving Gross Margins – Without Harassing Your Suppliers (Part 1)

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Distribution Strategies

It's easy to beat up on suppliers when gross margins dwindle. This article talks about what distributors can do to internally shore up margins.

Improving Inventory Turns

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Inventory Management

Return on investment is a combination of improving turns and improving gross margin. In this article, we talk about how to improve turns without jeopardizing customer service.

Incentive Compensation for the Warehouse Team

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Team Building

In order to make bonus programs effective, companies must break down expectations into simple and measurable criteria for their employees.

Is That Below Your Pay Grade?

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Training & Development

Learning how to delegate tasks may be difficult, but trying to handle all the tasks of your company can be a taxing and near-impossible job. Mastery over the skill of delegation will empower your employees, and lead to better business.

Is VMI Right for You?

Post author:Jason Bader
Post published:October 17, 2023
Post category:Distribution Strategies Productivity Supply Chain

Vendor Managed Inventory can be a productive, yet tricky, efficiency in the supply chain. Here is what some distributors suggested that you watch for.