Supply Chain Moves (Official Move Supply Chain Podcast)

In Part 2 of our Warehouse & 3PL series, Lara dives into how founders can save money, improve warehouse performance, and get ready for what’s next in fulfillment. You’ll learn - How an apparel brand freed up $50K a year by moving dead stock out of their 3PL - How a supplement brand cut fulfillment fees by 12% through smarter rate negotiations - Simple tools to track warehouse performance (even...

In this first part of the Warehouse & 3PL series, Lara breaks down what founders really need to know before outsourcing fulfillment. From the moment to stop self-fulfilling, to choosing the right 3PL partner, to spotting hidden costs that quietly drain margin, this episode helps you get logistics in order before BFCM chaos arrives. If you are still packing boxes yourself, consider this your sa...

In this episode, Lara dives into how DTC founders can turn their supply chains into a customer experience advantage — and even uncover hidden money in the process. From preventing wrong-item tickets to claiming refunds from vendors, she breaks down practical, real-world steps you can implement before Black Friday–Cyber Monday chaos hits. What You'll Learn - How to prep your warehouse for fewer sup...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, Lara breaks down one of the most overlooked connections in DTC operations: how customer service issues often start in the supply chain. As brands gear up for BFCM, Lara reveals why ticket volume spikes, the top three supply chain problems that drive those complaints, and how fixing warehouse accuracy alone can cut tickets by up to 40%. From delayed shipments...

You don’t need a massive ops team—but you do need the right roles. In this quick episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara breaks down the must-have players behind a smooth, scalable DTC supply chain. Whether you're flying solo or growing fast, this is your cheat sheet for who to hire, what they do, and how each role pays off in time, margin, and sanity. You’ll learn: ✅ What a supply c...

Finance isn’t just bookkeeping—it’s oxygen for your supply chain. When the cash stops flowing, production stalls, warehouses choke, and ads can’t move inventory. In this episode of Supply Chain Moves , host Lara Guevara sits down with Judy , a controller who’s seen firsthand how missing financial visibility can quietly collapse even the strongest supply chain. Together they unpack the decisions th...

In Part 2 of our logistics mini-series, Lara gets tactical: how a simple carton optimization project can save ~$2/order, why 3PL SLA audits beat “surprise fees,” the no-bloat visibility stack (AfterShip + clean exports/Sheets), and the playbook for disruption-proof routing (split ports, split forwarders). We wrap with what’s next: nearshoring (MX/LatAm) and AI-driven logistics for predictive track...

For this Supply Chain Moves episode, it emphasizes that real stories don’t just happen at the fair; they happen in factories. In this episode we’ll have China–Vietnam deep dive, where Lara shares field-tested lessons from supplier visits: why you never skip the factory tour, how polish often signals higher costs (and better standards), what hesitant body language reveals, why bringing your own int...

Shipping isn’t “set it and forget it.” It’s the bloodstream of your brand and when it clogs, margins bleed. In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara answers 10 core questions to demystify DTC logistics—from what “logistics” actually covers to the real-world mistakes that turn containers into cash drains. She breaks down how goods move factory → port → customs → warehouse → doorstep...

Bad sourcing trips don’t just waste time—they waste margins. In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara shares the 10 biggest lessons learned from recent sourcing trips to China and Vietnam—the good, the bad, and the costly mistakes founders can avoid. Together, we unpack: ✅ The “confidence gap” between Chinese and Vietnamese suppliers—and how to use it to your advantage ✅ Why fact...

Most DTC brands hit a wall between $1M and $10M; not because of weak sales, but because their backend can’t keep up. In this Quick Take episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara breaks down why your supply chain—not your ads—is what’s holding your growth back. She unpacks: ✅ The real role of supply chain in scaling a DTC brand ✅ Why founders managing ops themselves become the bottleneck...

Most DTC product launches don’t fail because of bad ideas—they fail because of bad process. In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara is joined by Move Supply Chain’s NPD experts Nea and Myrna, who have helped global and DTC brands alike bring ideas to market—profitably and on time. Together, they unpack: ✅ The hidden pitfalls that derail most product launches ✅ Why market validat...

Why do some brands thrive in uncertainty while others crumble? In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara sits down with Omar Cali to unpack what it really means to adopt a supply chain mindset and why it’s the difference between brands that stay resilient and those that get stuck in reaction mode. Drawing from Omar’s diverse background, running his own café, managing operations in c...

Why are you running out of money—even when you're making sales? In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara sits down with in-house inventory expert JM Olega to unpack the real numbers behind your shelves. Whether you're a founder, ops lead, or marketing manager, you'll walk away with practical insights on inventory planning that protects cash flow, supports marketing, and...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves , Lara Guevara sits down with Claude Canta, Operations Director at Move Supply Chain, to unpack the real-world disruptions and lessons that shaped how DTC brands operate today. From COVID-era pivots to tariff challenges and the rise of logistics as a brand differentiator, they cover it all—from the warehouse floor to executive strategy. Claude shares her decad...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara sits down with Andrew Faris—founder of AJF Growth and longtime DTC strategist—for a deep dive into what resilience really looks like in 2025. From navigating tariff uncertainty to building his own brand, Andrew shares unfiltered insights on supply chain strategy, lean operations, and why most brands are still overhiring and under-optimizing....

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, Lara Guevara speaks with Claude Lucasan-Canta, and they dive deeper into the complexities of logistics and warehousing for DTC brands. Together, they explore the significant cost drivers in logistics, effective demand forecasting, and inventory management strategies. Claude offers practical advice on optimizing third-party logistics (3PL) partnerships and how...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, Lara Guevara, continues the conversation from the last episode with Gregg Carey, CEO of Section 119. This time, Lara brings in the talented team behind Section 119 to explore the operational strategies that have positioned the brand as a leader in the DTC space. From fostering strong vendor relationships to maintaining flexibility in inventory and design, the...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara Guevara welcomes Gregg Carey, CEO of Section 119, to break down the critical strategies every e-commerce brand needs for Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM) success. From aligning your team for effective execution to anticipating inventory needs, Gregg shares hard-won insights on how brands can enter BFCM fully prepared, flexible, and ready to maxi...

In this episode, host Lara Guevara and supply chain experts Glaiza Ilagan and April Loquillano unpack key lessons from Move Supply Chain’s recent trip to China. From high-impact vendor negotiations to sourcing innovations at the Canton Fair, they share actionable insights to elevate your global supply chain strategy. Highlights: Rapid Decision-Making:  The team discusses the value of client presen...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, host Lara sits down with Glaiza Ilagan, CEO of Move Supply Chain, and April Loquillano, an experienced supply chain manager, to share expert insights on preparing for a successful business trip to China. As they gear up for their upcoming visit, Glaiza and April break down everything you need to know about navigating China's manufacturing landscape, from atte...

In this episode of Supply Chain Moves, Lara interviews Mary Manzaretto, a seasoned supply chain expert at Move Supply Chain. With over 10 years of experience in production planning, inventory management, and new product development (NPD), Mary shares how problem-solving is pivotal in supply chain management, especially for DTC (direct-to-consumer) brands. Lara and Mary go over the challenges and n...

In this episode of the Move Supply Chain podcast, host Lara Guevara sits down with Izzy Rosenzweig, CEO of Portless, to explore the innovative strategies that are transforming how direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands manage their logistics and supply chain operations. Izzy shares his journey from starting in the DTC space to leading Portless, a company known for its cutting-edge logistics solutions. Th...

In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of supply chain management across various product types, including food, formulated products, and finished goods. Join host Lara and our expert guests—Joanna Ngoh, a seasoned supply chain manager with 15 years of experience, Mary Jay Menzerato, a logistics and production planning expert, and Jay Marvin Bobier, a new product development lead—as the...

Join Lara Guevara and Glaiza Ilagan, Managing Partners of Move Supply Chain, as they share their experiences at the Canton Fair. Discover the benefits of attending in-person events, the importance of third-party quality control with V-Trust, and the valuable lessons learned from a plant visit in China. Whether new to the supply chain industry or a seasoned professional, this episode offers actiona...