Domino's Appoints New VP, Product Management

Domino’s Pizza has recently appointed Robert A. VanRenterghem as Vice President, Product Management in its Supply Chain Services Division.

“Rob’s significant experience in both Marketing and Supply Chain will bring a unique aptitude and fresh perspective to help our division ensuring we continue to find new ways to drive improvement in operations through reduced operating and purchasing costs,” said John Macksood, Domino’s Executive Vice President of Supply Chain Services. “He will be actively involved in our strategic long term planning and working with Franchisees, regional vice presidents, and supply chain directors to create value and innovation for our stores.”

Columbia Tech Welcomes Scott Johnson to Executive Team

Columbia Tech, a contract manufacturing division of Coghlin Companies, has hired Scott Johnson as Vice President of Supply Chain and Inventory Management.

“Our customers will benefit from the improved quality and greater flexibility Scott’s expertise will bring to our supply chain management practices,” said Randy Ziffer, Sr., VP of Manufacturing Operations for Columbia Tech. He continued, “We expect Scott will drive improvements in supplier performance and advance lean manufacturing principles at Columbia Tech.”

Graybar Opens Binghamton Branch

Graybar has recently opened a new full-service branch in Binghamton, N.Y. The new branch is part of Graybar’s Pittsburgh District and will provide a more comprehensive service platform to customers in Southern New York and Northern Pennsylvania.

Graybar Opens Binghamton Branch

Graybar has recently opened a new full-service branch in Binghamton, N.Y. The new branch is part of Graybar’s Pittsburgh District and will provide a more comprehensive service platform to customers in Southern New York and Northern Pennsylvania.

Rocket Software Announces New Executives

Rocket Software has announced that Paul Walsh has joined the company as vice president and chief financial officer and that Richard Morgan has joined as vice president human resources.

“The Rocket family has grown to over 1,000 Rocketeers and over 10,000 customers and partners around the globe,” says Rocket CEO Andy Youniss. “I am thrilled to have Paul and Dick on board to help drive our strategy and execute on our growth plans.”

Manhattan Named on AJC's "Top Places to Work" List

Manhattan Associates has been named one of Atlanta’s Top Places to Work by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

“This honor is a testament to our incredible team of employees, who continually rise to the occasion and provide superb solutions to our customers’ most challenging initiatives, said Eddie Capel, president and chief executive officer, Manhattan Associates. “We measure the success of our company by the satisfaction of our employees and our clients. We couldn’t be more proud of our team.”

Kane is Able Appoints Gary Griffith to SVP, Business Development & Marketing

Gary Griffith has been appointed to Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing for Kane Is Able. Griffith brings with him 22 years of experience in the logistics industry including executive roles with APL Logistics and Jacobson Companies.

Crocs COO Named "Pros to Know" Award Winner

Scott Crutchfield, Crocs Inc. COO, has been named one of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s “Pros to Know” award winners.

“As Crocs continues its global growth, a seamless supply chain is more important than ever,” said Crutchfield. “Not only do we deliver more than 300 footwear styles to 90 countries around the world on a daily basis, but we have created a low touch supply chain that manufactures and delivers that product in the most cost-effective manner possible.”

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Rocket Software Expands Executive Team

Rocket Software has announced that Paul Walsh has joined the company as vice president and chief financial officer and that Richard Morgan has joined as vice president human resources. Both of them will work in the company’s world headquarters in Waltham, MA.

“The Rocket family has grown to over 1,000 Rocketeers and over 10,000 customers and partners around the globe,” said Andy Youniss. Rocket Software CEO, “I am thrilled to have Paul and Dick on board to help drive our strategy and execute on our growth plans.”

eBay's Magento Appoints Glenn Hasen as VP, Global Sales and Channels

Glenn Hasen has been hired as Vice President of Global Sales and Channels for eBay’s Magento ecommerce platform. He will manage day-to-day operations of the sales organization and oversee merchant adoption, successful customer onboarding and retention of the Magento platform.

John Vong Appointed CFO of Irvine Sensors Corp

Irvine Sensors Corporation has appointed Mr. John Vong as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.

“We are excited to have John join ISC8 at this time of significant planned growth in our cybersecurity business,” said Bill Joll, President and CEO of ISC8 Inc.  “He brings a breadth of experience in both public companies and software revenue models that will be crucial as we move forward to strategically capitalize on opportunities in the rapidly growing market for cybersecurity.”

XPO Logistics Expands in North Carolina

XPO Logistics Inc. is planning to expand its national operations center in North Carolina’s Mecklenburg County, creating 287 new jobs in the state by the end of 2014.

TAGG Logistics Consolidates St. Louis Facilities

TAGG Logistics will be consolidating its three St. Louis locations into a single, expanded logistics center. Scheduled to open in April, the new facility will increase the company’s capacity by 35 percent and feature high-volume material handling equipment and a state-of-the-art warehouse management system.

“Our new facility will be one of the most advanced third-party logistics centers in the Midwest,” said Tod Yazdi, principal. “We’re not just storing stuff on shelves. Our new facility perfectly positions TAGG Logistics for growing healthcare companies and others that need to take logistics to the next level.”

Echo Acquires Open Mile, Inc.

Echo Global Logistics, Inc. has acquired Open Mile, Inc., a truckload brokerage headquartered in Boston, MA. 

“Open Mile has developed leading edge, cloud-based technology that successfully automates many of the manual tasks of transportation management,” said Douglas R. Waggoner, Chief Executive Officer of Echo Global Logistics. “The acquisition of Open Mile enhances the technology solutions we offer clients and carriers while also expanding our client base, sales force and carrier network in the Northeastern United States.”

Pegasus Names New VP, Human Resources

Pegasus Solutions has named Rick Huntley to the global position of Vice President, Human Resources. 

“Rick has a solid understanding of global human resources policies and programs that is critical to our ongoing international growth,” said David Millili, chief executive officer of Pegasus Solutions. “His expert management of multi-site and international settings will serve our employees around the world as they address the needs of our clients.”

Tom Blanck Named 2013 "Pro to Know"

Chainalytics has announced that Tom Blanck, principal and leader of its Packaging Optimization Practice, has been named a 2013 Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine.

“Tom’s commitment and dedication to elevating the role of packaging in the supply chain has resulted in his recognition as a trusted partner and thought leader,” says Mike Kilgore, president and CEO of Chainalytics. “Under Tom’s leadership, Chainalytics’ Packaging Optimization practice continuously leverages in-house and industry-wide innovations to consistently deliver packaging solutions to clients which optimize complex trade-offs across cost, customer service, and sustainability.”

Matson Expands in Savannah, GA

Matson Logistics has recently opened a new distribution center in Savannah, Ga.

“Our new operation expands on our ability to move retail goods in through the Port of Savannah,” said Mark Ferzacca, assistant vice president of sales for Matson Logistics Warehousing, in a written statement.

Vera Bradley Expands Executive Team

Vera Bradley, Inc. has appointed Bonita Inza as EVP, Sales & Marketing - Chief Experience Officer, and will be reporting to Michael C. Ray, Vera Bradley’s Chief Executive Officer.

“I’m thrilled that Bonita has joined our team,” said Mr. Ray. “She is a tremendously talented leader and will focus on enhancing the customer experience across all touch-points of our brand, allowing us to take full advantage of our multi-channel distribution model. Her insight into the needs of the consumer will be instrumental in the continued growth and success of Vera Bradley.”

TTI Receives 2012 Harwin North America Sales Excellence Award

TTI has been awarded the 2012 North America Sales Excellence Award from Harwin, the leading manufacturer of hi-rel interconnect solutions and cost-saving PCB hardware products.

John Sandy, TTI Supplier Marketing Manager, stated, “It has been just 15 months since we launched the Harwin line in North America, following many successful years together in Europe, and we have already seen a great relationship develop between TTI and the Harwin team. We are excited at the prospect of further developing the customer base in North America and look forward to another year of success focused on strong growth.”

Kenco to Provide 3PL Services to Haier

Haier America has chosen third-party logistics provider, Kenco, to manage Haier’s three main U.S. distribution centers in Keasbey, N.J.; Fontana, Calif.; and Black Creek, Ga. Kenco will provide real estate, management, staffing, warehouse management systems and material handling equipment to the facilities.