Wolverine World Wide, Inc. appointed Bishu Jayaram to the newly-created role of chief supply chain officer, responsible for global sourcing, distribution, logistics, and integrated planning. Wolverine said, “it is a critical role in driving the company’s ongoing transformation into a consumer-obsessed growth company.”
Jayaram, a seasoned executive with over 20 years in supply chain and sourcing roles, has worked as Wolverine Worldwide’s SVP of global sourcing for the past two years, leading sourcing for all product categories across the company’s brand portfolio. Before Wolverine, he spent six years working for VF Corp. in various supply chain capacities, including leading Asia sourcing for footwear, equipment, and packs while also leading global material supply for apparel, footwear and equipment. Earlier in his career, he held supply chain and costing roles with Avery Denison, Adidas and Gap, Inc.
“Bishu has a proven track record of successfully navigating complex supply chain landscapes and implementing innovative strategies and has led the Company’s sourcing organization during a period of unprecedented supply chain volatility,” said Chris Hufnagel, president and CEO of Wolverine Worldwide, to whom Jayaram will report. “His appointment aligns well with our commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, building great brands across the globe, and transforming us into a consumer-obsessed growth company.”
In conjunction with Jayaram’s appointment, the company also said that Jim Zwiers, EVP and president of the Global Operation Group, would transition away from the company in early 2024.
A 25-year company veteran, Zwiers has worked in various roles in the company, including as president of the Outdoor and Lifestyle Group, president of the International Group, general counsel, and leading the company’s mergers and acquisitions function.
“Jim has dedicated his time and talent to Wolverine Worldwide for the last 25 years. We thank and recognize him for his many years of dedicated service to the company, and wish him only the very best,” said Hufnagel.
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