Target announced that Jeff England will join the company as executive vice president and chief global supply chain and logistics officer, effective May 31. England will report to Target chief operating officer Lisa Roath and will oversee the company’s efforts to strengthen and accelerate its global supply chain and logistics operations.
The appointment comes as Target continues executing a broader growth strategy centered on merchandising, guest experience, technology investments and operational improvements. Supply chain modernization remains a key part of the company’s strategy as it works to improve speed, reliability and precision across its fulfillment and logistics network.
England joins Target from QXO, where he served as chief supply chain officer. During his tenure, he focused on improving inventory availability, lowering transportation costs and strengthening operational execution. Before QXO, England served as chief supply chain officer at Genuine Parts Company and spent nearly 20 years in leadership roles spanning operations, strategy and finance at Walmart.
Target said England’s experience includes overseeing frontline operational teams as well as managing large-scale supply chain systems and logistics operations.
The company also announced that current chief supply chain and logistics officer Gretchen McCarthy will transition into a strategic advisor role through August.
Target operates more than 2,000 stores across the United States and employs more than 400,000 team members.
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“Guests come to Target for great style, design and value – and they trust we’ll be in stock and ready for them every time they shop. Elevating that guest experience is one of our top priorities, and Jeff’s deep expertise across operations, engineering, technology and automation, along with a strong track record of leading operations of various sizes and complexities, is exactly what will be required to strengthen how we deliver for our guests.”
Michael Fiddelke, Chief Executive Officer, Target
“It’s an honor to join Target and be part of such an iconic brand. I’m confident in the company’s growth plan and priorities, and I’m excited to get started with the team, building on its strong foundation to further strengthen the speed, reliability and precision of the supply chain.”
Jeff England
“Gretchen has made many meaningful contributions to Target during her long career at the company. She set up our operations, capabilities and team to be ready for this next phase, and I’m grateful for her leadership.”
Michael Fiddelke, Chief Executive Officer, Target
