Growing Technology Multi-Channel Retailer Hires Two Long-Time Retail
Senior Executives
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
The Systemax Technology Group (NYSE:SYX), which includes
TigerDirect.com, CompUSA.com, Circuit City.com, as well as TigerDirect
and CompUSA retail stores, has recently appointed two new Executive Vice
Presidents.
Jay Kent has been hired as the Executive Vice President of Logistics,
overseeing the group’s two fulfillment centers, supply chain and
logistics operations. Mr. Kent has a 25 year career in retail logistics
at Federated Department Stores, Toys “R” Us, Linens and Things, and most
recently Kohl’s Department Stores. At his previous companies, Mr. Kent
greatly reduced logistics costs to world-class levels; and implemented
programs which significantly reduced labor expenses while significantly
increasing distribution center productivity.
“Jay Kent is an experienced executive with many accomplishments in his
career,” said Gilbert Fiorentino, Chief Executive of the Systemax
Technology Group. “With our ongoing expansion of retail and increased
demands on the distribution centers, Jay brings significant retail and
logistics experience to our growing operations.”
Rajesh Seth has been hired as the Executive Vice President of Retail
Merchandising, overseeing retail merchandising for the technology
multi-channel retailer. Mr. Seth joins the group after a 20 year career
at Fry’s Electronics in a variety of roles leading to Director of
Merchandising and Operations. At Fry’s, Mr. Seth oversaw the computer
division with responsibility for sales, margins, personnel, product
selection, and inventory management.
“Rajesh Seth understands retail and specifically selling computer
products,” said Gilbert Fiorentino. “His long experience in
merchandising, computer and telecommunications buying, sales and
operations will allow us to further enhance our sales strategies.”
In his new Role, Mr. Seth’s responsibilities will include retail
merchandising, advertising, and training to assist in taking the
TigerDirect and CompUSA retail stores to the next level.
About Systemax Inc.
Systemax Inc. (http://www.systemax.com),
a Fortune 1000 company, sells personal computers, computer components
and supplies, consumer electronics and industrial products through a
system of branded e-Commerce web sites, retail stores, relationship
marketers and direct mail catalogs in North America and Europe. The
primary brands are TigerDirect, CompUSA, Circuit City, MISCO, WStore and
Global Industrial.
Source: Systemax Inc.
Contact:
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