PITTSBURGH, Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- DICK'S
Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) today announced Vidya Jwala has
been named Chief eCommerce and Supply Chain Officer. In this role,
Jwala will be responsible for the Company's digital integration of
eCommerce and Supply Chain efforts, and will report to Lauren
Hobart, President, DICK'S Sporting Goods.
"As we continue to add new digital technology to our
organization, Vidya will ensure that our ecommerce capabilities and
supply chain serves as a key differentiator, enhancing our customer
service efforts," said Hobart. "His experience will be critical in
our digital transformation, and we are thrilled to welcome him to
the DICK'S family."
Vidya joins DICK'S from Overstock.com, where he most recently
served as Senior Vice President of Merchandising, Supply Chain,
Technology & Customer Service, responsible for growing the
organization's business, the overall vendor-engagement program and
private label brands. Previously, he was Vice President of
Merchandising & Operations at Walmart Stores, Inc., where he
held a variety of multi-channel roles in merchandising, supply
chain, sourcing and operations in the US, Brazil, and Asia.
Throughout his career, Vidya also held a variety of senior
leadership roles at other key retailers, including Tractor Supply
Company and Lowe's Home Improvement Inc. Early in his career, Vidya
held various buying & merchandising roles at Worthington
Industries and Jo-Ann Stores Inc. He holds a master's of science in
Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State
University.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading
omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive
assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel,
footwear and accessories. As of August 4,
2018, the Company operated 729 DICK'S Sporting Goods
locations across the United
States, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor
enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of
dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty
shop-in-shops dedicated to Team Sports, Athletic Apparel, Golf,
Lodge/Outdoor, Fitness and Footwear.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh,
PA, DICK'S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Field
& Stream specialty stores, as well as DICK'S Team Sports
HQ, an all-in-one youth sports digital platform offering a
comprehensive range of services including technology solutions such
as online registration and league management services, and
mobile apps for scheduling, communications and live scorekeeping;
team gear such as uniforms and equipment, fan wear, and
access to donations and sponsorships. DICK'S offers its
products through a content-rich eCommerce platform that is
integrated with its store network and provides customers with the
convenience and expertise of a 24-hour storefront. For more
information, visit the Press Room or Investor Relations pages at
dicks.com.
Contact
Investor Relations:
Steve West, Vice President of
Investor Relations
DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
investors@dcsg.com
(724) 273-3400
Media Relations:
(724) 273-5552 or press@dcsg.com
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