Inventory Blind Spots by VSERVE Ebusiness Podcast with JuJuan Timberlake

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In this episode of the VSERVE Ebusiness Podcast, we sit down with JuJuan Timberlake (  / jujuan-timberlake  , a seasoned supply chain and distribution leader with over 24 years of experience, spanning warehouse operations, global distribution strategy, and executive leadership.

From managing 1.6M+ sq. ft. distribution networks to overseeing $300M global capital portfolios, JuJuan shares real-world insights on inventory blind spots, leadership, data-driven decision making, and why culture and clarity matter just as much as automation.

💡 What creates inventory blind spots inside growing organizations
💡 Why data alone doesn’t solve supply chain problems
💡 How servant leadership bridges the gap between the floor and executives
💡 The role of AI and analytics in modern distribution
💡 Long-term vs short-term planning in supply chain strategy
💡 When outsourcing and external partners make sense
💡 Why culture often determines success more than technology

🎙️ With deep experience across retail, manufacturing, and global logistics, JuJuan delivers thoughtful, practical guidance for supply chain leaders navigating complexity in 2026 and beyond.

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⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro & guest overview
01:32 Podcast welcome & episode focus
02:54 JuJuan’s supply chain journey
05:30 From engineering to distribution leadership
07:22 Bridging executives and warehouse teams
09:37 Servant leadership explained
12:03 AI, analytics & decision making
14:13 Real-world AI adoption challenges
16:25 What separates scalable DCs
18:15 Long-term vs short-term planning
22:22 Role of PMOs in global SCM
23:42 Outsourcing in distribution & PMO
25:39 Culture vs strategy in SCM
27:18 Leadership during COVID
30:50 Advice for future leaders
33:00 Closing thoughts