Dollar General has promoted Rod West to executive vp of global supply chain, the company announced, leading distribution center operations, transportation, supply chain modernization and its private fleet.
West was Dollar General’s senior vp of distribution and joined the company in 2005 as vp of process improvement overseeing supply chain, finance, merchandising, marketing and store operations initiatives, the company noted. Prior to joining Dollar General, West held roles of increasing responsibility within the Kurt Salmon Associates retail and consumer products consulting practice.
“Rod is an outstanding leader who will continue driving Dollar General forward through his considerable internal knowledge and experience on our supply chain team,” said Jeff Owen, Dollar General CEO, in announcing the promotion. “I am confident his leadership and expertise will further benefit Dollar General’s business, customers and communities.”