Adapting to Change, Accelerating with AI, Excelling with Resilience
November 18 - 19, 2025
| Free PEX Network Webinar Series
Jonathan Schwartz is a motivated and results-driven Supply Chain professional with extensive expertise in Sales & Operations Planning, Demand and Supply Planning, Annual Financial Planning, and Inventory Management. With a demonstrated history in consumer-packaged goods, he has successfully contributed to various industries, including pet food and specialty lubricants. In his current role as the Director of Global Planning at Bumble Bee Seafoods, Jonathan oversees strategic initiatives in supply and demand planning on a global scale. He leads the global demand and supply management teams, focusing on developing and implementing plans that align with organizational objectives. His work includes optimizing inventory strategies to enhance cash flow and reduce purchasing requirements while collaborating closely with corporate finance to ensure alignment with the company’s financial goals. Jonathan holds a degree in Business Administration from San Diego State University and National University, as well as a CPF certification from the Institute of Business Forecasting. He is actively involved in the Supply Chain Management Institute with the Knauss School of Business at USD. Join Jonathan as he shares his insights on effective supply chain strategies and the importance of collaboration in achieving operational excellence.
Day One
11:00 AM DISCUSSION PANEL: Digital Innovation within Supply Chain & Demand Planning: Use of AI
Empowering supply chain and demand planning leaders to unlock efficiency and resilience through AI-driven forecasting, intelligent automation, and data integration that deliver measurable business impact.
The supply chain and demand planning landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by the need for greater agility, accuracy, and resilience. Traditional forecasting methods and siloed data systems can no longer keep pace with today’s complex global operations. To stay competitive, organizations must embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation to transform how decisions are made across the value chain.
Join our webinar, “Digital Innovation within Supply Chain & Demand Planning: Use of AI,” to explore how leading companies are leveraging AI, automation, and predictive analytics to optimize inventory, improve forecast accuracy, and enhance end-to-end supply chain visibility.
Our experts will share actionable insights on how to integrate AI-driven demand sensing and real-time data modeling into existing planning processes, creating faster, smarter, and more efficient operations. Learn how digital transformation enables businesses to align resources, reduce working capital, and respond proactively to market shifts.
In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover how to turn your data into a strategic asset—empowering your teams to make informed decisions that drive measurable ROI and long-term operational excellence.
Key Insights;
- Legacy Systems and Infrastructure
- Data Management and Integration
- Cultural Resistance to Change
- Investment and ROI Justification
- Adapting to Consumer Expectations
- Keeping Pace with Technological Advancements
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