DENVER — Alphia announced Sept. 22 it has hired Cindy Yakich as chief procurement officer (CPO) to help the company navigate supply chain and procurement challenges. Alphia is a leading co-manufacturer of super premium pet food products.

"Investing in industry leading talent in procurement and supply chain is one of the ways we're strengthening our commitment to our customer's success, our efficiencies in the supply chain, and our ability to scale for the future," said David McLain, chief executive officer of Alphia.

Cindy Yakich, chief procurement officer at Alphia. (Source: LinkedIn) 

Yakich will be tasked with leading the procurement teams at Alphia and LANI, the company’s ingredient milling subsidiary. She will develop procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships.

Previously, Yakich served as senior director of proprietary brands sourcing and research and development for consumables and healthcare at Chewy, Inc. She has also held supply chain and procurement roles with The J.M. Smucker Company, Big Heart Pet, Del Monte and Heinz throughout her career.

"Cindy's stellar reputation and procurement expertise will be invaluable to helping us execute Alphia's supply chain strategy for delivering better and more comprehensive solutions to our customers," McLain said.

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