Advantage Solutions said today it has hired George Johnson as chief workforce operations officer to oversee all aspects of the company\u2019s labor strategy for frontline workers, including talent acquisition, workforce enablement and safety. <\/p>\n
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Johnson begins Dec. 31 and will join Advantage\u2019s executive leadership team, reporting to CEO Dave Peacock.<\/p>\n
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In the newly created role, he will lead Advantage\u2019s efforts to enhance how the company assigns and deploys talent in the 100,000-plus retail stores it serves each year. Johnson will function as a strategic leader and advocate for the company\u2019s frontline workers as he helps Advantage improve processes, find efficiencies, and attract and retain talent.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe are excited to welcome George to our team,\u201d Peacock said. \u201cGeorge\u2019s expertise will be instrumental in driving strong field execution and efficiency as Advantage continues our ongoing journey to accelerate future growth.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Prior to joining Advantage, Johnson most recently served as president of the Carolinas region for the food service company Sysco. Johnson also served in leadership roles at Aramark and Aramark Healthcare, where as vice president of operations he led several successful initiatives that significantly improved operational performance and teammate satisfaction.<\/p>\n
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The Lamar University graduate \u201cbrings decades of experience working with frontline leaders to drive effectiveness, and he will be invaluable in our efforts to enhance our teammate experience and improve retention,\u201d Peacock said.<\/p>\n
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A native of Brooklyn, New York, Johnson\u2019s life and career have informed and strengthened his perspective as a leader.<\/p>\n
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Growing up, Johnson was raised by his mother who worked in the service industry all of her adult life, he said. She instilled in him \u201can appreciation and understanding for the hard work of all frontline teammates that serve as the heartbeat for each organization.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\u201cHelping enhance the experience of our frontline teammates is the ultimate honor and responsibility for me,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cWhen teammates feel respected and connected, there are no limits on what we can accomplish together.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Johnson also knows a thing or two about teamwork and the power of coaching winning teams. Before venturing into a career in the managed services hospitality sector, he played collegiate baseball and was drafted by the Houston Astros.<\/p>\n
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Johnson\u2019s work will create more capacity for new growth opportunities for the business. He\u2019ll also collaborate with human resources and the operations side of the business to enhance the experience of Advantage\u2019s hourly teammates.<\/p>\n
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\u201cI look forward to joining a company on an upward trajectory that stands behind a meaningful mission and purpose,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cMost of all, I am energized to join 70,000 amazing teammates who play such an essential role getting food, household and personal care products into the hands and homes of shoppers everywhere.\u201d<\/p>\n
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After simplifying and transforming its operating model, Advantage continues to streamline and refine its business.<\/p>\n
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The company\u2019s evolved approach to workforce operations, which will be led by Johnson, is designed to improve how Advantage maximizes its network effect across CPG companies and retailers. That includes equipping its sales and frontline workforce with more modern technology tools and real-time insights to seamlessly mobilize teams across its Branded, Retailer and Experiential Services business segments.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe\u2019re creating more stability, reliability and efficiency to brands and retailers as they navigate meaningful changes in the industry and seek new ways to unlock value,\u201d Peacock said. \u201cOur industry-leading scale, reach and high-tech solutions give our clients a distinct advantage to fuel growth, regardless of market conditions.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Johnson\u2019s leadership is expected to help shape a new era of operational excellence and retail industry growth for Advantage and its partners.<\/p>\n
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