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As countries around the world continue to face challenges caused by the global health crisis, diligent professionals in the procurement sector have never been more valuable. Carrie Lam has revealed that she sought Beijing's help in securing Covid-19 vaccines from the state-owned pharmaceutical company Sinopharm after 'hiccups' in the procurement of other vaccines already purchased by the government. Lam has expressed that the first batch, needed to roll out a mass vaccination programme, will now face delays. According to Lam, the administration experienced difficulties in securing doses of the BioNTech vaccine from Europe, Sinovac's CoronaVac and the AstraZeneca jab despite having advance purchase agreements in place.

In Hong Kong, Asia and beyond, talent procurement is both a challenge and an opportunity for organisations in the logistics and supply chain sectors. In unprecedented times, where a culmination of political circumstances has exerted pressure on recruitment processes, it's paramount that businesses in Asia have the right support regarding building resilient teams with the potential to lead a company with confidence. As industry leaders, DSJ Global partners with businesses and individuals to ensure that when it comes to logistics and supply chain careers in Asia, the best possible business relationships and connections are established.

Maintaining a low carbon footprint is increasingly important for a plethora of industries, with continuous new rules and environmental policies making it a challenge that needs to be adapted to fast. Logistics and transportation often go hand in hand and the industry should have established targets on how they can continue doing business with improved environmental standards.

Since Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam announced at the end of last year that all city residents would be entitled to a free vaccination against COVID-19, logistics and procurement careers could not be more sought after in Asia.

New technology and The Fourth Industrial Revolution are causing immense disruption to the logistics and supply chain sectors in Hong Kong and around the world. Companies are being forced to adapt quickly to new market entrants, new customer expectations and new business models in order to compete with other businesses and to ensure they remain in the black and out of the red.

Logistics and procurement professionals are at a distinct advantage in their careers by having the ability to make a hugely positive impact on the world and the people in it. From helping to outlaw modern slavery to sourcing ethical materials, the procurement sector enables life-changing differences to be made every day in the world.

Transformations and new technologies such as the physical internet and crowd-sharing have changed the way the logistics and supply chain industry are running.

Professionals looking to progress further in their logistics and supply chain careers are in particularly high demand in Asia. Hong Kong is one of the centres of supply chain management, job opportunities can be seen in cities across the country from Yuen Long Kau Hui, Kowloon and Tseun Wan.

Disruptions of the social and economic landscape in Asia have disjointed the logistics and supply chain companies who call the continent home. Cities in the region have felt a significant amount of pressure to increase their talent acquisition search, this has included Hong Kong, Yuen Long Kau Hui, Kowloon and Tseun Wan who have been under pressure to guarantee their logistics and supply chain workforce is strong enough to cope with the strain. The markets biggest issue currently being faced is the ability to secure bright minds who will be able to drive businesses forward, DSJ Global have made this their priority and are at the forefront of the hunt. The firm has a team of 750 strong consultants with a local expertise and global expertise of over a million mid-to-senior level professionals, including: top directors, managers, logisticians, buyers and engineers to ensure their search is reliable for candidate and client. With a network of vast intellect and a wealth of experience, companies can have peace of mind with the knowledge that their talent search is in expert, safe hands.

Professionals in the logistics and procurement sector have a large impact on ethical and social changes in the world, from ensuring materials are obtained from decent sources to helping manage complex, strategic processes. Businesses across Hong Kong and Asia are experiencing the turbulence caused by the current challenging times. From Kowloon, Tsuen Wan and Yuen Long Kau Hui the search for talented individuals who can direct businesses into the fast lane and ensure their success and growth is vital. DSJ Global have top of the range consultants working with a global network of professionals to reassure their clients that their talent acquisition is in safe hands.