Bolingbrook, Illinois-based S&S Activewear (PPAI 256121, Platinum) has announced the hiring of Josh Clark to the role of chief operating officer. Clark has worked in operational and supply chain leadership roles for over 20 years.
- Last week, S&S Activewear was named the No. 5 supplier in PPAI 100’s rankings.
- In late 2023, the supplier hired Alaina Brooks as chief legal officer.
- S&S and the promo industry are still regrouping from the tragic and unexpected loss of Stephan Baere, the company’s director of business development, who passed away suddenly earlier this year.
Clark comes to the promo world most recently from WESCO Distribution, a B2B distribution logistics service and supply chain solutions company, where he was the senior vice president of supply chain-category management.
“I am thrilled to join S&S and excited to contribute to its reputable legacy of market leadership,” Clark says. “I look forward to working with the talented team here to further enhance our operational capabilities and drive significant growth.”
- Clark will report directly to Frank Myers, CEO of S&S.
Operational Expertise
Clark’s operational experience goes all the way back to 2002 when he worked at Target in distribution operations for three years. He has also served leadership roles such as:
- Vice president of operations at Keystone Automotive Industries.
- Senior director of services and procurement at retail office equipment provider Grainger.
- Senior vice president of operations at Integrated Supply Network.
“Josh’s leadership qualities and proven track record make him the right choice to lead our operations,” says Frank Myers, CEO of S&S Activewear.
In his new role, Clark will be tasked with oversight of S&S’s operational departments, ensuring that processes are in place to fulfill orders, meet safety standards and collaborate with the other members of the supplier’s leadership team.
“We are confident that Josh’s strategic vision will significantly contribute to our ongoing growth and that his leadership will shape our operations to help us deliver even more value to our customers,” says Myers.
