Tractor Supply Company Announces Key Management Promotions
August 13 2018 - 8:00AM
Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest retail chain of
rural lifestyle products in the United States, today announced the
promotions of Steve Barbarick to President, Chief Operating Officer
and Rob Mills to Executive Vice President, Chief Technology,
Digital Commerce and Strategy Officer, both effective immediately.
“Today’s promotions reflect Tractor Supply’s
strong management talent across our organization who know our
industry and are passionate about our customers and our team
members. With more than 20 years of experience at Tractor
Supply, Steve has demonstrated exemplary leadership capabilities
and has consistently delivered outstanding results. He has been
instrumental in developing and executing our vision that has been
key to our growth, and we have the utmost confidence in his ability
to take on this new role,” said Greg Sandfort, Tractor Supply’s
Chief Executive Officer.
“Since joining Tractor Supply in 2014, Rob has
played a pivotal role in significantly enhancing our business
capabilities and assuming leadership of our corporate strategy,”
said Mr. Sandfort. “Rob’s insights have helped Tractor Supply to
continue to evolve our technology and our strategic focus, and
we’re excited for him to expand his impact on our
organization.”
In addition to his current responsibilities, Mr.
Barbarick will lead Tractor Supply’s Store Operations, aligning the
Company across all Store Operations, Merchandising, Marketing and
Supply Chain functions and teams. Mr. Barbarick began
his career with Tractor Supply Company in 1998 as a Buyer and
assumed roles of increasing responsibility. He most recently
served as President, Chief Merchandising Officer since May
2016. He previously served as Executive Vice President, Chief
Merchandising Officer since March 2015. Prior to joining
Tractor Supply Company, he was a Buyer at Builders Square from 1994
to 1998. Mr. Barbarick serves as a director of At Home (NYSE:
HOME).
In addition to his current responsibilities for
all Information Technology and Corporate Strategy functions, Mr.
Mills will oversee Tractor Supply’s Digital Commerce operations.
Mr. Mills most recently served in the role of Senior Vice
President, Chief Information Officer since February 2014. Prior to
joining the Company, Mr. Mills was the Chief Information Officer
for Ulta Beauty from October 2011. From 2005 to 2011, Mr. Mills was
the Vice President, Chief Information Officer for the online
business unit at Sears Holdings Corporation where he began as an
Information Technology Customer Relationship Leader in 2001. Prior
to 2001, he held roles at Allstate Insurance, Rockwell
International Telecommunications Division and Household Finance
Corporation. Mr. Mills serves as a director of B&G Foods (NYSE:
BGS).
About Tractor Supply
CompanyTractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) is in its
80th year of operation and, since being founded in 1938, has grown
to become the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United
States. With more than 28,000 team members, over 1,725 stores in 49
states and an e-commerce website, Tractor Supply is passionate
about serving its unique niche, as a one-stop shop for recreational
farmers, ranchers and all those who enjoy living the rural
lifestyle. Tractor Supply offers an extensive mix of products
necessary to care for home, land, pets and animals with a focus on
product localization, exclusive brands and legendary customer
service that addresses the needs of the Out Here lifestyle. The
Company leverages its physical store assets with digital
capabilities to offer customers the convenience of purchasing
products they need anytime, anywhere and any way they choose at the
everyday prices they deserve. At June 30, 2018, the Company
operated 1,725 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and an e-commerce
website at www.tractorsupply.com.
Tractor Supply Company also owns and operates
Petsense, a small-box pet specialty supply retailer focused on
meeting the needs of pet owners, primarily in small and mid-size
communities, and offering a variety of pet products and services.
At June 30, 2018, the Company operated 174 Petsense stores in 27
states. For more information on Petsense, visit
www.petsense.com.
Tractor Supply CompanyInvestor
Contacts:Mary Winn Pilkington (615) 440-4212
Media Contacts:Alecia Pulman/Brittany Rae Fraser, ICR (203)
682-8200
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