Target Hires Walmart Supply Chain Veteran to Boost Operations

Target has appointed Jeff England, an 18-year veteran of Walmart's supply chain operations, as its new chief global supply chain and logistics officer, effective May 31, 2024. England brings extensive expertise in operations, engineering, technology, and automation, most recently serving as chief supply chain officer at building products distributor QXO, where he improved inventory availability and reduced transportation costs. 2 million square-foot staging facility in Houston that buffers inventory between import distribution centers and regional networks.

The hire signals Target's commitment to operationalizing its next-generation supply chain capabilities, particularly around inventory optimization and accelerated delivery. England's appointment comes as Target has ramped up next-day delivery services and is managing complex seasonal demand flows across multiple regional distribution centers. His experience leading operations at companies of varying scale and complexity—from Walmart's massive network to mid-market distributors—positions him to refine Target's increasingly sophisticated logistics infrastructure.

For supply chain professionals, this executive transition underscores the industry's ongoing talent competition and the premium placed on automation, technology integration, and last-mile delivery expertise. Target's continued investment in distribution infrastructure and its focus on inventory-in-stock reliability reflect broader retail sector trends toward omnichannel fulfillment and data-driven demand planning.