In his new job, Herzig will lead a multi-year project to transform and automate the company’s supply chain, including developing strategies for improving sourcing and supply management processes within Darden’s $2.5 billion (€1.8 billion) supply chain.
Orlando, Fla.-based Darden is the world’s largest full-service restaurant company. It owns and operates more than 1,700 restaurants that generate $7 billion (€5.2 billion) in annual sales, incolding the Red Lobster and Olive Garden chains.
The project will create new systems for connecting and sharing data with Darden’s global vendor partners.
