EDITOR’S NOTE: It is always encouraging and exciting to see procurement professionals’ success in finding their path to the C-Suite. These trailblazers remind us of what is possible and available in terms of opportunities and impact. Here is the brief story about Harris Teeter’s Xavier Hare, who started out in the company as a part-time cashier and became the Director of Procurement and, in 2023, the company’s Director of Own Brands.
It is so exciting to see how former buyers have elevated their careers and impact to new and exciting levels.
Earlier this year, I wrote about Frito-Lay and PepsiCo CEO Steven Williams, who also began his career as a buyer – https://bit.ly/49z6M7b
I am definitely going to write a post about your success as well, Xavier Hare.
“Harris Teeter has offered me multiple opportunities to grow as an individual and grow with the company. Every day, I continue to learn something new and strive to make a difference in the food industry.” – Xavier Hare
From a procurement industry standpoint, how often do we see procurement professionals end up in the C-Suite? What is the common career path to their success?
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Buyer to C-Suite Story of the Month: Meet Harris Teeter’s Xavier Hare
Posted on April 12, 2024
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EDITOR’S NOTE: It is always encouraging and exciting to see procurement professionals’ success in finding their path to the C-Suite. These trailblazers remind us of what is possible and available in terms of opportunities and impact. Here is the brief story about Harris Teeter’s Xavier Hare, who started out in the company as a part-time cashier and became the Director of Procurement and, in 2023, the company’s Director of Own Brands.
It is so exciting to see how former buyers have elevated their careers and impact to new and exciting levels.
Earlier this year, I wrote about Frito-Lay and PepsiCo CEO Steven Williams, who also began his career as a buyer – https://bit.ly/49z6M7b
I am definitely going to write a post about your success as well, Xavier Hare.
“Harris Teeter has offered me multiple opportunities to grow as an individual and grow with the company. Every day, I continue to learn something new and strive to make a difference in the food industry.” – Xavier Hare
From a procurement industry standpoint, how often do we see procurement professionals end up in the C-Suite? What is the common career path to their success?
30
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