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McLane Company, a leader in supply chain services, has appointed Chris Smith as President of McLane Grocery, a business unit with $33 billion in sales, serving over 70,000 retailer locations. Smith brings extensive experience from Walgreens Boots Alliance, C&S Wholesale, and McKesson Corporation. His leadership is expected to enhance McLane's operational effectiveness. McLane operates over 80 distribution centers and is part of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK). The move signals a strategic step towards bolstering supply chain capabilities.
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Appointment of Chris Smith as President of McLane Grocery expected to enhance leadership in supply chain management.
Smith brings valuable experience from Walgreens and C&S Wholesale, likely improving operational efficiency.
McLane operates a significant business unit worth $33 billion, serving over 70,000 locations, indicating strong market presence.
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TEMPLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
McLane Company, Inc., a leading supply chain services company providing grocery and foodservice solutions, is pleased to announce that Chris Smith has joined the company as President of McLane Grocery, a $33 billion business unit providing supply chain solutions to over 70,000 retailer locations.
Chris Smith was named President of McLane Grocery. (Photo: Business Wire)
Before joining McLane Company, Smith worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance, a global leader in retail pharmacy, as the Senior Vice President – Chief Supply Chain Officer. He oversaw supply chain functions for 9,200 U.S.- based Walgreen stores through 16 distribution centers and 9,000 warehouse employees. Before Walgreens, he served as the Executive Vice President – Chief Supply Chain Officer at C&S Wholesale, the largest grocery wholesaler in the country. Smith has also held senior leadership positions in distribution and logistics with McKesson Corporation, a Texas-based leader in healthcare.
“We are very pleased to have Chris join our team,” said McLane Company CEO Tony Frankenberger. “He brings a wealth of supply chain and logistics leadership experience across diverse industries that will contribute to many areas of our business.”
Smith has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and serves on the board of Phillips Pet Food & Supplies.
"I am thrilled to join the McLane team and for the new and exciting opportunities ahead," said Smith. "McLane has a long history, a great reputation, and is a trusted supply chain services leader. I look forward to contributing to its near-term and long-term success."
About McLane
McLane Company, Inc. is one of the largest supply chain services leaders in the United States, providing grocery and foodservice solutions for convenience stores, mass merchants, drug stores, and chain restaurants. Through McLane Grocery and McLane Foodservice, McLane operates over 80 distribution centers and one of the nation’s largest private fleets. The company buys, sells, and delivers more than 50,000 consumer products to nearly 110,000 locations across the U.S. Additionally, McLane provides alcoholic beverage distribution through its subsidiary, Empire Distributors, Inc. McLane is a wholly owned unit of Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE: BRK) and employs approximately 24,000 teammates.
McLane Company, Inc. James Barnes, Director, Communications and Public Relations
254-654-7959
James.Barnes@mclaneco.com
Source: McLane Company, Inc.
FAQ
What recent leadership change occurred at McLane Company?
Chris Smith was appointed as President of McLane Grocery.
What is the value of McLane Grocery's business unit?
McLane Grocery's business unit is valued at $33 billion.
How many locations does McLane Grocery serve?
McLane Grocery serves over 70,000 retailer locations.
Who is Chris Smith and what is his previous experience?
Chris Smith previously worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance as Chief Supply Chain Officer and held leadership positions at C&S Wholesale and McKesson Corporation.
What company owns McLane Company?
McLane Company is a wholly owned unit of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK).
