Chris Visagie
Merchandising & Supply Chain Technology Executive | Driving AI-Enabled Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance at Scale
- Role
- VP, IT Supply Chain Systems at Carters Inc.
- Location
- Atlanta, GA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chris Visagie
Chris is a results-driven Technology Executive with a proven track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives and delivering measurable business impact across global retail organizations. With deep expertise in Supply Chain, Merchandising, and Enterprise Systems strategy, he specializes in aligning technology modernization with operational excellence and long-term business growth.Currently serving as an IT executive at Carter’s / OshKosh, Chris leads the strategic direction and roadmap for end-to-end Supply Chain systems, spanning Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Demand and Inventory Planning, Order Management, Global Logistics, Distribution, Warehouse Management, Automation, and Inventory Control. He is responsible for driving modernization through AI-enabled, cloud-based platforms that enhance scalability, resiliency, and productivity across the enterprise.Chris has successfully led complex enterprise transformations, including the implementation and cloud migration of the Manhattan Active Warehouse Management System (WMS) across multiple distribution centers. Under his leadership, technology investments have delivered significant operational gains — including double-digit productivity improvements within highly automated distribution environments.Known for building and developing high-performing global teams, Chris has led organizations of up to 250 professionals across business applications, architecture, engineering, and infrastructure. He partners closely with executive leadership to shape technology strategy, governance, and deployment models that accelerate innovation while maintaining operational stability.With a foundation in both consulting and industry leadership, Chris brings a pragmatic, execution-focused approach to digital transformation — consistently translating emerging technologies, including AI and automation, into practical solutions that generate real business value.
Experience
VP, IT Supply Chain Systems
May 2025 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US
Define enterprise strategy and multi-year roadmap for Supply Chain and ProductDevelopment technology platforms.• Oversee portfolio of systems supporting product lifecycle management, demand andinventory planning, global logistics, distribution, warehouse management, andautomation.• Lead cloud migration and enterprise rollout of Manhattan Active WMS, enablingmodernization and operational performance gains.• Partner with Supply Chain and IT executive leadership to shape enterprise AIstrategy and governance model.• Drive adoption of modern architecture, DevOps practices, and across supply chain functions.• Build and sustain strong executive relationships to ensure tight alignment betweenbusiness priorities and technology delivery.
Education
North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit
MBA
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
B.S.
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