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Inside the Supply Chain and Purchasing Industry


Industry info by Tim Moore.

Important announcement for TMA candidates and registrants

May 3rd, 2009

WE HAVE MADE SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENTS TO OUR WEBSITE, and to the security measures associated with your confidential information on file with us.

Your candidate file and registration may be relatively new to Tim Moore Associates, or you may have registered quite some time ago, when we were known as “Employment Referral Services” working in conjunction [...]

March 12 Job Opportunities

March 12th, 2009

“Okay, okay…it’s been a while. As a matter of fact, we have been quite busy!
As the majority of the free world has been buckling down and trimming budgets (and freezing head count), we’ve been busy upgrading our software and computer systems – yes again, and even bringing on new staff. No matter what you’re hearing, [...]

Happy Holidays from TMA!

December 24th, 2008

Everyone here at Tim Moore Associates would like to express our sincere and best holiday wishes to all of our clients and Supply Chain candidates – globally, for your help in our continued success this year.  Thank you for your cards as well !
The days leading up to the holidays have not diminished our ‘busy’ness [...]

Job Notifications for December 11

December 11th, 2008

Christmas has come early this year as we’ve just received orders for TEN more supply chain professionals – click here to check them out.
It’s disturbing how (SOME) employers and candidates seem to be listening to all the doom and gloom out there about a shrinking global marketplace, and also ‘add to the mix’ the seasonal [...]

Job Notifications for October 24

October 25th, 2008

Back in the office again…
Wow, it’s been a while since I’ve had the privilege of writing you directly.  It’s also been a hectic 6 weeks.  First things first…I was a guest speaker at the BC Institute of the Purchasing Management Association of Canada’s annual conference and workshop.  The theme of this year’s fabulous event was [...]

Job Notifications for August 22

August 22nd, 2008

We hope that wherever you are in the TMA Supply Chain “job bulletin” universe, that you’re enjoying the summer! B.C. and Alberta have enjoyed some phenomenal weather, much sunnier and warmer than normal, and those in the central and eastern part of Canada….well, maybe it won’t rain today…?
We have some really unique Supply roles up [...]

Job Notifications for July 25

July 25th, 2008

We’ve got an interesting line up of positions for TMA candidates to consider.
Job375 is a public sector client looking for experienced and qualified public sector candidates with their professional designation (C.P.P., CPPO, CPPB – or similar.) Support the Manager of Purchasing and be involved with a number of initiatives in procurement, planning, policies/procedures, and more. [...]

A simple “thank you” can often do the trick.

July 25th, 2008

An often overlooked ‘pleasantry’ can be the key to success in finding (and acquiring) your next big career move.  “Nowadays it’s a rarity that is often overlooked by candidates,” claims Tim Moore, President of Tim Moore Associates.  Sending a thank-you note not only displays impeccable manners but also may give you an edge over other [...]

Job Notifications for July 10

July 10th, 2008

This week’s job bulletin leads off with an exciting opening for a Supervisor, Purchasing Operations for a major client; in the eastern GTA.  Ideal candidates have a background in bidding, tendering, contract law, and contract management.  Preference to those with a public sector background.  Please see Job375 for more details.
A returning client needs a number [...]

Answering the Top 5 Interview Questions

July 10th, 2008

There’s not too many job seekers which actually look forward to interviews. Many fear or anticipate “trick questions,” but there are often sound, logical explanations as to why certain questions are asked.
When it comes to the least favorite interview questions, “What is your greatest weakness?” is job seekers’ top pick. Although it’s a common question, [...]