Why Inventory Management Is Important in Supply Chain

Precise inventory management is key to preventing supply chain disruptions, controlling excess inventory levels, meeting customer demand, and so much more. It’s been proven that inventory management systems increase efficiency and save money, but what actually are the benefits of inventory management? And, really now, why does supply chain performance matter? Because too much inventory […]
Schupan Aluminum & Plastic Sales Strengthens Leadership Team

Schupan Aluminum & Plastic Sales Strengthens Leadership Team with Two Senior Appointments Matt Webster Named Vice President; Kevin Roschek Appointed Senior Director of Divisional Operations KALAMAZOO, Mich., June 11, 2026 — Schupan Aluminum & Plastic Sales today announced the appointment of Matt Webster as Vice President and Kevin Roschek as Senior Director of Divisional Operations. […]
Schupan Welcomes Gus Gardner as Vice President of Strategy

Gus Gardner, VP of Strategy named Metals industry veteran joins a nearly 60-year-old family-owned company to help meet the demands of a growing industry. KALAMAZOO, Mich. — May 13, 2026 — Schupan is pleased to announce that Gus Gardner has joined the company as Vice President of Strategy. A metals industry veteran with more than a […]
The Q1, 2026 State of Metals Report

Metals Market Outlook Q1, 2026: Navigating Volatility, Supply Risk, and Opportunity By: Marc Schupan, CEO of Schupan & Sons, Inc. Ready to future-proof your metals strategy? The Quarterly State of Metals Report by Shupan’s Material 360° is here to guide you through a transformative year of scrap market shifts, AI innovation, changing trade policies and […]
Schupan Appoints New CFO: Meet Mandy Lovelady

Mandy Lovelady, CFO Named KALAMAZOO, MI – Schupan is pleased to announce the appointment of Mandy Lovelady as its new Chief Financial Officer. Mandy brings over 20 years of experience leading high-performing teams to deliver financial analytics and data-driven insights. Her leadership is backed by a deep expertise in accounting, tax, and risk management. She joins […]
Schupan is Featured on CNBC’s “Now We Know!”

https://vimeo.com/1161085867?fl=pl&fe=vl The upcoming episode of Now We Know! with Steve Guttenberg, airing Saturday, January 31 at 11a ET on CNBC, will feature Schupan, a company at the forefront of recycling and sustainable materials management. The segment explores how Schupan works to reclaim, process, and repurpose materials—reducing waste and supporting a more sustainable future. Viewers will […]
The Q4, 2025 State of Metals Report

The Q4, 2025 State of Metals Report Ready to future-proof your metals strategy? The Quarterly State of Metals Report by Shupan’s Material 360° is here to guide you through a transformative year of scrap market shifts, AI innovation, changing trade policies and actionable insights. Download the Full Report Metals Market Outlook: What Industry Leaders Need […]
Schupan Promotes Nick Kronsbein as President of Schupan Recycling

WIXOM, MI – Schupan is pleased to announce the promotion of Nick Kronsbein to President of Schupan Recycling, the company’s beverage container recycling business unit.Nick is a veteran of the industry with deep expertise in Michigan and Iowa’s bottle deposit systems. He has served as Vice President of Schupan Recycling since 2021, overseeing business development and […]