SPS Promotes Two

Kvalsten

SPS, Alpharetta, Georgia, announced the promotion of two of its team members. Per Kvalsten has been promoted from purchasing manager to director of purchasing. According to SPS, Kvalsten's promotion reflects the wider range of responsibilities he has taken on with overall purchasing decisions, including inventory stocking levels for all SPS distribution centers, vendor relationships, and product sourcing. Kvalsten had been purchasing manager for SPS for six years prior to his recent promotion.

"Per has been instrumental in achieving our internal cost control goals, while expanding SPS' inventory and improving our capabilities to serve SPS customers," said Eric Craig, vice president of operations for SPS.

Bob Parks has been promoted to warehouse manager of the Paso Robles Distribution Center. Parks joined the SPS team more than eight years ago as warehouse supervisor at Paso Robles. "Bob's leadership has been pivotal in the continued growth and expansion of our California warehouse," said Craig.

Parks

Ron May, COO and President of SPS said, "We are proud to extend our congratulations to these worthy individuals. Their dedication and outstanding performance reinforces our commitment to SPS ideals and values every day."