Canadian tire distributor Groupe Touchette has named Karina Di Rupo as its new vice-president of supply chain, a move aimed at bolstering the company’s national logistics and operational network.
Effective October 27, Di Rupo will oversee the company’s end-to-end supply chain, from global procurement and planning to delivery across its coast-to-coast distribution network. She will report to Egil Møller Nielsen, chief operating officer, and will sit on the company’s steering committee.
“Karina brings a powerful expertise, combining strategic vision and operational discipline,” said Nielsen in a statement. “(Her) experience and leadership will help us strengthen the assembly-line precision that defines our business and enables growth.”
Karina Di Rupo
Di Rupo joins the Montreal-based distributor with more than two decades of experience managing large-scale supply chain and operations teams. Most recently, she served as vice-president of supply chain and operations at McKesson Canada, where she oversaw national distribution, forecasting, and automation initiatives. Her career also includes senior leadership roles with Sustana, ArcelorMittal, and Bombardier.
“I’m excited to join Groupe Touchette’s talented team,” said Karina Di Rupo. “The company has built an exceptional foundation and a culture of performance. I look forward to contributing to its next chapter, strengthening our coast-to-coast supply chain and delivering even greater value and reliability to our customers.”
Groupe Touchette operates over 40 distribution centres nationwide. The company supplies tires to car manufacturers, dealerships, and independent retailers through its TireLink and DT Tire networks, while also serving consumers under retail banners such as Tirecraft, Integra Tire, and Signature Tire.
