Chris Forde
Seasoned grocery executive driving innovation for over 20 years | Consistent delivery of top and bottom line targets against a $1b P&L | Architect of global data analytics & financial planning teams
- Role
- Director of Center Store, Pittsburgh and Cleveland at JOH
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chris Forde
I’m a strategic, insights-driven leader with a passion for driving growth, optimizing operations, and transforming insights into actions. With over 20 years of experience in grocery merchandising, I’ve honed the art of balancing customer needs with business objectives, successfully managing a $1 billion profit and loss portfolio. My career is built on delivering results—whether it’s scaling operations, streamlining processes, or fostering innovation in competitive markets.As a global leader, I’ve had the privilege of building and guiding high-performing international teams in data analytics and financial planning. By leveraging insights and fostering collaboration, I’ve driven strategies that enhance efficiency, boost profitability, and create lasting value. I thrive on solving complex challenges, turning vision into execution, and empowering teams to exceed expectations.Beyond the numbers, I’m energized by creating meaningful impact—whether it’s mentoring talent, pioneering data-driven solutions, or shaping strategies that resonate with customers and stakeholders alike.
Experience
Director of Center Store, Pittsburgh and Cleveland
Mar 2026 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US
Education
THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY, WILLIAMSON COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration; Economics
2001 — 2005
Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Strategy, Production/Operations, Marketing
2007 — 2010
Skills
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Marketing
- Start-Ups
- Manufacturing
- Private Label
- Training
- Purchasing
- Procurement
- Customer Service
- Grocery
- Analysis
- Leadership
- Project Planning
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Control
- Retail
- Forecasting
- Erp Implementations
- Budgets
- Food
- Pricing
- Sales
- Advertising
- Merchandising
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