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Carl Swartz has extensive experience in supply chain management, currently serving as a Supply Chain Account Manager at The Kroger Co. since July 1998. In this role, Carl acts as a liaison between corporate supply chain and retail divisions, focusing on customer advocacy in supply chain initiatives, relationship building with division leadership, and enhancing supply chain capabilities to achieve sales and market share objectives. Previous positions at Kroger include Our Brands Category Strategy Manager and Our Brands Sourcing Leader, where Carl directed new item development, supplier sourcing, and cost negotiation for the private label refrigerated dairy and commercial bakery portfolios. Prior to Kroger, Carl held various roles at Corporate Express Delivery Systems, including Transportation Operations Supervisor. Carl earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from Penn State University.