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Todd Huetinck Joins Whataburger as CSCO
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Whataburger announced that Todd Huetinck has joined the brand as its new chief supply chain officer. With nearly two decades of global supply chain leadership, Huetinck is a dynamic professional with expertise across sourcing, distribution, logistics, food safety, supplier quality management, continuous improvement, and product commercialization.
The company stated that Huetinck joins Whataburger from CKE Restaurants, where he most recently served as senior vice president, supply chain management, overseeing operations for 3,000 Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s restaurants. Throughout his 18 years at CKE, he took on increasingly responsible roles, making significant contributions in food safety and quality assurance.
According to Alexander Ivannikov, EVP and chief administrative officer for Whataburger, “I am thrilled to announce that our exhaustive search for a new CSCO has concluded. As we continue to promote from within and attract world-class outside talent to our organization, we seek leaders who not only bring relevant experience and industry expertise but also share our passion for Whataburger and our steadfast commitment to fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and extraordinary hospitality,” he said. “Todd embodies these values and will bring his extensive knowledge and experience to support our growth plans as we expand the Whataburger brand to more loyal fans across our growing footprint.
“At Whataburger, we are sticklers for quality, and Todd’s extensive background in developing quality systems across vast geographies was particularly valuable to us,” Alexander added. “While our growth plans are ambitious, we only expand if we can maintain the same high standards for both product and experience. Todd brings a unique and valuable perspective to the CSCO role to help ensure we uphold these commitments as we grow.”
Read the full announcement here.
Oriola Appoints Tuomas Tiilikainen as Chief Supply Chain Officer
ESPOO, Finland — Oriola, a health and well-being company, announced that Tuomas Tiilikainen has been appointed as the company’s chief supply chain officer and member of the Oriola management team.
The company stated that Tiilikainen will assume his role as CSCO in late April 2025. Tiilikainen joins the company from the position of CSCO at Lindex Group.
According to Katarina Gabrielson, CEO for Oriola, “It is a great pleasure to welcome Tuomas to the Oriola team. With his extensive experience in successfully driving major changes, digitalizing supply chains and implementing efficiency improvements, Tuomas is a valuable addition to our team,” Gabrielson said.
“At Oriola, we are on a journey to become the leading specialist in the wholesale of pharmaceuticals and health products. This journey includes the strategically important investment to renew our enterprise resource planning (ERP) and warehouse management systems during 2025-2027. Tuomas will play a crucial role in executing this investment and enhancing Oriola’s overall efficiency,” she added.
Tiilikainen shared that he is excited about the opportunity to join Oriola and be part of an organization with such a significant impact on society. “I look forward to working closely with talented teams and delivering on Oriola’s strategic priorities and contributing to the company’s success,” he said.
Read the full announcement here.
SIG Names Fabio Grazioli Its CSCO
NEUHAUSEN, Switzerland — SIG, a leading solutions provider of packaging, announced the appointment of Fabio Grazioli to the Group Executive Board as chief supply chain officer. Grazioli joins from Haier Group, the global market leader in home appliances and consumer electronics, where he most recently served as vice president supply chain, procurement, E2E cost leadership and CTO – EMEA.
The company stated that Grazioli comes with more than 20 years of supply chain management experience in different industries and regions. He started his career at SC Johnson, a manufacturer of consumer chemicals, before he moved to global elevator company Otis where he soon became head of procurement and supply chain for South and East Europe.
Since 2012, Grazioli has been working in the home appliances industry, holding senior management positions at Whirlpool, BSH Home Appliances (Bosch), and Haier.
According to Samuel Sigrist, CEO at SIG: “I am delighted to welcome Fabio to SIG. He comes with an impressive track record in designing, leading, and optimizing customer-centric supply chain organizations and has a passionate, hands-on leadership style. We are looking forward to working with him as we continue to deliver packaging solutions for better, every time,” Sigrist said.
Read the full announcement here.
Dan Rosckes, Apple Inc.’s VP of Global Sourcing and Supply Management, Announces Retirement
CUPERTINO, Calif. — According to a report this week by Bloomberg, Dan Rosckes, Apple Inc.’s vice president of global sourcing and supply management, announced his retirement to staff.
The report stated that David Tom, who has served as Rosckes’ top deputy, will succeed him. According to Bloomberg, “As a vice president, Rosckes is one of about 100 executives helping Apple’s senior management team run the company on a daily basis. While not a household name, he has been a key player at Apple for two decades, helping ensure that products come out on time each year. The company purchases components in massive quantities, and its sourcing decisions can reshape the tech industry.”
Industry Veteran Michael Papaleo, EVP, CPO, Retires from C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
KEENE, N.H. — C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC, (C&S), a leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States, announced the retirement of industry veteran Michael Papaleo as executive vice president and chief procurement officer. He will continue to provide C&S with his valued expertise as a strategic advisor through the coming year.
The company stated that Papaleo has significant industry expertise, joining C&S in 1997 and holding several leadership positions. He has been responsible for providing quality service to C&S’s retail customers, inventory management, trade relations, margin performance, merchandising and marketing, and the ISQL operation.
Papaleo has been a critical strategic leader for more than 27 years ― ensuring C&S’s legacy continues to thrive. Prior to C&S, he was with Twin County Grocers for more than 14 years in merchandising and procurement.
According to Eric Winn, CEO for C&S Wholesale Grocers, “What distinguishes C&S as an industry leader is our people. We have always had hardworking people that lead with a customer-first focus. No one embodies that dedication more than Michael Papaleo,” he said.
“Michael has helped lead C&S through many market changes and has been a very respected leader both within the Company, as well as in the overall grocery industry. We have been truly fortunate for his leadership and wish him the very best in his retirement.”
Mark McGowan, executive vice president, retail and chief merchandising officer, will lead C&S’s Merchandising organization. Andrew Connell, senior vice president, procurement, will now lead all procurement, demand planning and inbound planning.
Read the full announcement here.
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