Dollar Tree has named John Flanigan chief supply chain officer, and Larry Gatta, chief merchandising officer for its Family Dollar banner. Both have been promoted from within the company,
“Driving supply chain efficiencies and improving the operating performance of our Family Dollar banner are important elements to long-term value creation for our shareholders,” said Michael Witynski, president and CEO, in a statement.
Flanigan previously worked for the company as the executive vice president of global supply chain. He comes to the position with 30 years of industry experience working at Longs Drug Stores, Safeway, Vons, and others.
“I am eager to drive our team’s contribution to the company’s performance through improved shopper and associate experiences,” Flanigan said in a statement. He noted that his focus will be to lead productivity improvements across the logistics function, leveraging data, analytics, automation, and improvements to overall processes.
Prior to this promotion, Gatta worked for the company as the senior vice president and general merchandise manager for consumables. He has 13 years of experience working at the company and 35 years of industry experience. Before joining Dollar General, he held leadership positions at Longs Drug Stores, Rite Aid, and Phar-Mor.
“I will be focused on improving the banner’s productivity and improved operating performance through sales-driving initiatives, margin-enhancements, and leveraging our cost components," said Gatta in a statement. "The investments in renovations and the new combo store formats are a tremendous foundation to grow and improve the Family Dollar business.”
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