ISM-St. Louis, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

St. Louis Area Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
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A Proud History

ISM—St. Louis, Inc. was founded in 1916 by two St. Louis area procurement professionals, F.W. Russe of the Mallinckrodt Chemical Company, and A. Sherwood of the Morton Salt Company.

Over 108 years later, ISM—St. Louis continues to provide local and national leadership in supply chain management, particularly in the areas of education and standards of excellence.

Elevate Your Career

As a chapter of Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®), we are committed to the ongoing professional development of our members and the procurement/supply management profession through education, certifications, research, and communication.

Our membership is comprised of procurement and supply chain professionals and managers employed in host of companies from the government, private and public sectors.  For more information on becoming a part of ISM—St. Louis, click here.

Come join us at our next event!

Welcome to the new and improved ISM—St. Louis website.  ISM—St. Louis, Inc. is a non-profit association dedicated to strengthening the community of procurement and supply management professionals in and around the St. Louis region.

Presently, we are offering a mix of events and training using both virtual and in-person approaches.

Letter from Your President

September 14, 2025

Dear St. Louis ISM Chapter Members,

I hope this letter finds you well. As we kick off a new year for our chapter, I'm filled with excitement and optimism about the opportunities ahead. I'm honored to serve as your president and look forward to working with all of you to make this a truly successful and impactful year.

Our chapter is built on a strong foundation of dedicated professionals, and your engagement is what makes our community so vibrant. This year, we'll continue to focus on providing top-tier professional development, networking opportunities, business tours and thought leadership in the supply chain and procurement fields. Our goal is to empower each of you with the knowledge and connections needed to excel in your careers and contribute to the growth of our industry.

We have a fantastic lineup of events and speakers planned, covering a range of topics from tariffs to sustainable sourcing. I encourage you to check our website and social media channels regularly for updates. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, so please don't hesitate to share your ideas for future events or topics you'd like to see addressed.

Let's make this a year of growth, collaboration, and success. I can't wait to see you at our next event.

Sincerely,

Ryan Niemeyer President, St. Louis ISM Chapter

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Upcoming Events

October

24

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-St Louis: Busch Stadium & Museum Tour and Lunch

Network and lunch with your local ISM procurement professionals, then enjoy a private Busch Stadium tour. Join us for this incredible and fun networking event with lunch provided at Ballpark Village.

Event details and parking will be provided to registered members before the event.

Ballpark Details: https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/ballpark/information/guide                          

Location
700 Clark Ave., Gate #3
St. Louis, MO 63102

Questions? Contact marketing@ismstlouis.org

Sponsor: 550 ISM—St. Louis, Inc.
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December

04

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

ISM Member Community Speed Networking

Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!

Don't miss out on this fun and interactive experience. Come prepared to connect, converse, and create lasting connections.

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March

05

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

ISM Member Community Speed Networking

Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!

Don't miss out on this fun and interactive experience. Come prepared to connect, converse, and create lasting connections.

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Supply Management News & Reports

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Next-Generation Supply Chains: Building a Scalable, Connected Operating Model

September 15, 2025
Articles

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    In an era of unprecedented disruption, rising costs, and ever-growing customer expectations, supply chains must evolve to remain competitive. Forward-thinking organizations recognize that moving beyond traditional, transactional models is key to delivering long-term value. Too often, companies find their supply chain professionals consumed by daily firefighting at the expense of strategic priorities.

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  • Prescient, Market-Moving Indicator

    September 10, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    From employment to inflation, the monthly ISM® PMI® Reports (formerly the ISM® Report On Business®) have been ‘where you see it first,’ thanks to survey panelists who are on the front lines of the U.S. economy.

  • ‘Strategic Synergy’ to Bridge the C-Suite Divide

    September 10, 2025
    Articles
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    In today’s volatile and hyper-connected business landscape, a CFO and chief supply chain officer collaboration combines financial discipline with operational agility.

  • A Revolutionary Transition

    September 10, 2025
    Articles
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    Experts offer insights on how technology — particularly data, artificial intelligence (AI) and AI agents — will not only shape the future of supply management, but also ‘scale and future-proof’ businesses.
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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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ISM-St. Louis Inc.

PO Box 31673, St Louis, MO 63131
president@ismstlouis.org
Institute for Supply Management
We advance the strategy and practice of integrated, end-to-end supply chain management through leading edge data-driven resources, community, and education to empower individuals, create organizational value and drive competitive advantage.
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