Target has appointed Jeff England, a former Walmart executive, as its new chief supply chain officer. This strategic hire marks a significant move by CEO Michael Fiddelke to revitalize the retailer’s logistics operations and stimulate sales growth following several quarters of lackluster financial performance. England, who currently serves as the chief supply chain officer for building material supplier QXO, brings extensive experience from his 18-year tenure at Walmart to the role.

Fiddelke, who assumed the CEO position in February, is executing a $6 billion turnaround plan aimed at optimizing inventory management, enhancing the in-store customer experience, and accelerating delivery timelines. England is set to replace Gretchen McCarthy at the end of this month, joining a revamped leadership team that recently added Cara Sylvester as chief merchandising officer and Lisa Roath as chief operating officer.

As part of its broader modernization efforts, Target has begun launching upstream “receive centers” to better manage vendor inventory and prevent overcrowding at local distribution hubs. The company has also prioritized operational efficiency by streamlining corporate roles while increasing investment in store-level staff. These changes come as the retail giant seeks to maintain consistent stock levels and expand its same-day delivery capabilities across its network of roughly 2,000 U.S. stores.

Market analysts are closely monitoring Target’s upcoming quarterly earnings report for insights into how these structural changes are impacting the bottom line. The company faces a challenging retail environment characterized by persistent inflationary pressures and global supply chain volatility, factors that remain central to the ongoing efforts to stabilize and grow the brand.