Lauren Wilson
NEWS ARCHIVE
September 4, 2024

Lauren Wilson promoted to Building Materials Divisional Purchasing Manager

Fort Wayne, IN — Do it Best announces Lauren Wilson as the new Division Purchasing Manager of Building Materials, effective immediately.

In her new role, Wilson will be instrumental in enhancing Do it Best’s long-term, program-driven procurement process. She will focus on fostering strategic supplier relationships that align with the Lumber and Building Materials division’s and member-owners’ goals for growth.

Wilson’s background in the purchasing side of the business provides her with a solid foundation, and she is eager to apply her skills and experience to the Lumber and Building Materials Division.

Lauren’s energy, enthusiasm, and passion for helping our members grow and achieve their dreams comes through in every interaction with her,” said Russ Kathrein, Vice President of Lumber & Building Materials. “We’re excited to bring her over to lead our Building Materials purchasing team.”

About the Do it Best Group

Headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN, the Do it Best Group is the world’s largest hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With nearly $6 billion in annual sales, we support thousands of independently owned locations across the United States and in more than 60 countries worldwide. Partners in the company have the flexibility to operate under the Do it Best, True Value, or their own local store identities, offering a diverse range of branding options to best serve their communities. For more information, visit doitbestonline.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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