Edition 002

The JK Journal

February 2025

Navigating 2025: Supply Chain Challenges, Hiring Trends & the Road Ahead

The manufacturing industry continues to face an evolving set of challenges in 2025, from global supply chain disruptions to leadership talent shortages. At JK Executive Strategies, we work closely with manufacturing leaders to navigate these complexities and build strong, future-ready teams. Here’s what’s shaping the supply chain landscape this year and how companies can stay ahead.

The Biggest Supply Chain Challenges of 2025
Manufacturers are still recovering from inflationary pressures, geopolitical instability, and workforce shortages—all of which have disrupted supply chains globally. Rising material costs, unpredictable transportation delays, and supplier reliability issues have made efficiency and adaptability top priorities.

In response, companies are diversifying suppliers, leveraging automation, and investing in data-driven forecasting to mitigate risks. Those that can balance cost efficiency with flexibility will have a competitive edge in the years ahead.

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Jaime Howley
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This month’s top talent!

Chief Financial Officer Rochester, NY

Candidate is a driver of growth and optimizing cash flow. He is a builder of high-performing finance teams. Known for the ability to partner with executives and operating leaders.

Nonprofit Executive • Rochester, NY

Two decades successfully driving growth, managing change, and building organizational culture in the nonprofit sector. Candidate has extensive experience developing strategy, managing programs, building & supervising teams, overseeing finances, and leading partnership development.

Senior Director, Business Development or Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships Rochester, NY

A results-driven Senior Executive with a proven track record of securing $100M+ in revenue, forging multi-level government partnerships, and driving strategic growth. Backed by 15+ years of expertise in executive leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and business development, this top performer excels at crafting tailored strategies that drive client acquisition and long-term success.

Senior Technology Management Professional • Buffalo, NY

Results-driven leader with extensive experience in driving business technology initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams. Mainly seeking within the financial services, banking or technology industry.

Technical Project Manager • Rochester, NY (In Office or Remote)

The candidate is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with extensive experience in IT infrastructure, telecom fiber engineering, and call center network operations. They have a strong track record in leading cross-functional teams, managing technical projects using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies, and optimizing network performance while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost efficiency.

HR Director Rochester, NY

Strategic leader who drives organization’s vision & initiatives towards improved performance, profitability, employee engagement, & wellness as a champion of the organization’s mission and culture, with a particular passion for organizational development and team building.

Found a candidate you’re interested in? Contact us Today!

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Paying Attention to Retention

Want to keep your top performers? Start paying attention to retention! Check out actionable strategies to prioritize employee retention.

How to Hire Top Talent

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Career Corner

This month’s hot jobs!

Operations Associate, Real Estate, Property Management Firm

A boutique management firm with holdings in Western New York and downstate. Unique opportunity to join a growing firm with a family culture.
Location: Rochester, NY

Chief Operating Officer, Planning and Landscape Architecture Firm

This position will oversee daily operations, streamline workflows, and ensure seamless coordination between our clients and team members. This opportunity requires a strong strategic mindset, exceptional communication skills, leadership skills, and a passion for producing innovative planning and design solutions. As COO, you will play a key role in fostering a collaborative culture and driving the studio’s growth while maintaining operational excellence.
Location: Hybrid/Remote, must be located in Western, NY. Buffalo-Albany

Global Human Resources Director, Manufacturing

This critical leadership role is an integral part of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for fostering a high-performance culture, driving employee engagement, and ensuring HR strategies align with the organization’s long-term goals globally.
Location: Rochester, NY

Vice President, Corporate Controller, Automotive

The VP Corporate Controller will lead the finance organization of a publicly traded company in Rochester, NY, overseeing FP&A, Accounting & Reporting, Internal Audit, Tax, and Treasury. Reporting to the CFO, this role focuses on financial strategy, compliance, M&A support, and driving process improvements while managing a team of over 100 professionals in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Location: Rochester, NY

Director of Integrated Planning, Advertising Agency

This position will have the ultimate responsibility for the quality of your team’s Planning output, provide direction and oversight to your downstream team of Associate Director(s), Manager(s) and Planner(s), to ensure clear strategic voice and industry-leading plans across your client portfolio.
Location: Remote

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75 Common Behavioral Interview Questions

Download a comprehensive list of 75 behavioral interview questions to help employers assess candidates’ past experiences, problem-solving abilities,
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The Building Blocks Of Successful Non-Profits

Non-profit organizations play an essential role in promoting social welfare and creating positive change in society.

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