Radial, Inc., a bpostgroup company and a leader in eCommerce solutions, announced the appointment of Tom Schmitt as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 17, 2025. With over 20 years of executive leadership experience in the logistics and supply chain industry, Schmitt will focus on driving Radial’s growth, enhancing its fulfillment operations, and strengthening its ability to deliver innovative, scalable solutions for mid-market and enterprise brands.
“We thank Craig Simon for his dedication and leadership over the past months,” says Chris Peeters, CEO of bpostgroup. “With Thomas Schmitt, we gain a successor with extensive experience in the logistics sector. He is a great asset to Radial. I am confident that he can drive the transition to a more diversified customer base while ensuring continuity and further improving our efficiency in North America.”
Schmitt has led major global logistics organizations and brings extensive expertise in supply chain management, eCommerce logistics, and commercial strategy. Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer at Nikola Corporation, an expert in zero-emission transportation solutions.
His previous roles include CCO and a member of the Management Board at Schenker, where he led global sales and marketing, driving €1 billion in growth within a year. He also served as CEO of Purolator, Canada’s largest parcel and freight provider. Schmitt spent 12 years at FedEx, where he was CEO of FedEx Supply Chain, overseeing integrated supply chain solutions that helped businesses scale and optimize their fulfillment operations. He also led FedEx Solutions, developing and executing turnkey supply chain strategies for customers across various industries, positioning FedEx as a key logistics partner for enterprises navigating complex distribution needs.
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Beyond his executive roles, Schmitt has served on the boards of several global logistics companies, including Ferguson plc, Cyberport GmbH, and Dicom Transportation Group, further underscoring his extensive industry influence.
“I am excited to lead Radial as we continue to innovate in eCommerce fulfillment,” said Tom Schmitt. “Today’s brands require agile, scalable logistics solutions to meet evolving consumer expectations, and Radial is perfectly positioned to deliver. I look forward to collaborating with our talented teams to enhance operations, reconnect with growth, and further solidify our role as a trusted fulfillment partner for retailers and brands.”
Schmitt will work closely with Radial’s Managing Committee and the bpostgroup Executive Committee to execute the company’s strategic vision and accelerate its leadership in eCommerce logistics.
Source: BusinessWire