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Jason Bader

Jason Bader

Jason Bader is the managing partner of The Distribution Team, a firm that specializes in helping distributors become more profitable through strategic planning and operating efficiencies. The first 20 years of his career were spent working as a distribution executive. Today, he is a regular speaker at industry events and spends much of his time coaching individual distribution companies. For more information, call (503) 282-2333 or contact him by e-mail at [email protected]. Also visit The Distribution Team’s website at www.thedistributionteam.com.
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Inventory Management

Can Technology Help Us Get Through This Labor Crisis?

As distributors of products, we are the backbone of this great economy. We need to deliver.
December 6, 2021
Jason Bader
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Inventory Management

The Case for Master Distributors

We need to break from our traditional lines of supply and find alternatives to meet the demand of our customers.
November 1, 2021
Jason Bader

I was recently asked to moderate a panel on master distribution in the plumbing, HVAC and PVF channels of distribution. 


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Inventory Management

Stop Struggling and Start Prioritizing Mental Health

One of the best things senior leaderships can do right now is address the languishing state of the employee base.
October 5, 2021
Jason Bader

If I can sum up my collective emotion over the past several months, I would describe it in one word — meh.


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Inventory Management

Supply Chain Silver Linings

Take the lessons of the past 18 months and don’t let them get lost. Our teams learned to overcome obstacles and found ways to thrive in chaos.
September 3, 2021
Jason Bader

Take the lessons of the past 18 months; don’t let them get lost to archives of your company. Learn from this time. Our teams learned to overcome obstacles and found ways to thrive in chaos.


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Inventory Management

A New Role in Purchasing: The Expediter

This role is designed to mitigate the current pain points in the procurement process.
August 9, 2021
Jason Bader
This role is designed to mitigate the current pain points in the procurement process. The expediter will fill the gaps created by lead time delays, product scarcity and allocation issues.
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Inventory Management

Distribution Has a PR Problem

The industry is in a constant state of regeneration, creating new career opportunities. We need to get that message out to young people.
June 1, 2021
Jason Bader
In a recent podcast episode, I had a great conversation with a fellow advisor in the distribution space. 

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Inventory Management

What’s in a Name?

Changing verbiage can motivate the people who work with us and allow us to look beyond their current capacity.
May 7, 2021
Jason Bader

Changing verbiage can motivate the people who work with us and allow us to look beyond their current capacity. Everyone in the company can contribute to the bottom line.


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Inventory Management

Examining Your E-Commerce Investment

Embark on a substantial intelligence-gathering project with your intended audience — either a B2B or B2C strategy.
April 2, 2021
Jason Bader

When a subject keeps rearing its head for the past week during client and facilitation calls, some would call it a sign. I call it an opportunity. 


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Inventory Management

Progress Through Change

Seize this window of opportunity to make positive modifications in your business because you never know when it may slam shut.
March 8, 2021
Jason Bader

Seize this window of opportunity to make positive modifications in your business because you never know when it may slam shut.


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Inventory Management

Is Your Hub and Spoke Effective?

Realizing your ERP system’s strengths and centralizing inventory control can make your branch management system more effective.
January 4, 2021
Jason Bader
Many different schemes exist for managing inventory in a multilocation firm. Most wholesale distributors start with locations that control most of their replenishment needs.
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