Alphia Names New Chief Operating Officer to Leadership Team
Alphia, the largest pet food co-manufacturer in North America, announces the appointment of John Bear as Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. In this role, Bear will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the company including operational strategies, ensuring efficiency in achieving business goals, improving internal processes, crisis management and more.
“We are happy to welcome John to the leadership team as we continue to ensure that Alphia remains a leader in the industry for high-quality pet food manufacturing,” said David McLain, Chief Executive Officer and President of Alphia. “Bringing over three decades of experience in the pet food manufacturing industry, John’s knowledge will be a huge asset as we continue to adapt our strategy and optimization for company operations.”
Bear brings 33 years of experience in pet care manufacturing from his previous leadership roles with Nestlé Purina. He spent the first 15 years of his career in factory operations concentrating on buying, transportation, quality, production and factory management. Following this, he undertook a three-year international assignment, during which he was responsible for supply chain management and IT for the Americas. After returning to the States, he joined the Quality Assurance Department, later becoming Vice President of Quality for Nestle Purina, overseeing North and South America. Bear also was VP and Director of Manufacturing – North America; before his retirement, he served as Chief Technical Officer.
As Bear joins the Alphia leadership team, he will report directly to McLain to streamline business development goals, create a culture of community and build a set of standards and routines to improve efficiency and sustain product quality.
“I am looking forward to collaborating with the fantastic team at Alphia as we come together to fulfill our mission of providing high-quality food to pets,” said Bear. “Alphia’s mission resonates deeply with me, and I am committed to bringing my expertise to support this team’s success.”
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