Sears names TNT Logistics in North America Partner in Progress for second consecutive year
15 April 2004 - 10:47 CET
TNT Logistics North America has been named as a Sears 'Partner in Progress for 2003', specifically in the category 'Supplier of the Year for Non-Merchandise Services'. This prestigious award is presented annually to a select group of supplier companies that provide Sears, Roebuck and Co. with quality products and services, from apparel, appliances and tools to marketing, transportation services and technology. More than 10,000 sources competed for this award in 2003.This is the second consecutive year TNT Logistics North America has won the award, and the second time that it has won in back-to-back years. Jeff Hurley, managing director and chief operating officer of TNT Logistics North America was honoured on April 13 at an event hosted by Sears Chairman and CEO Alan J. Lacy at Sears' headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Begun more than 20 years ago, the Partners In Progress program recognises sources that make significant contributions to the growth of Sears' businesses and the creation of new ways to better serve Sears customers. The winners were selected from nominations submitted by Sears' employees who purchase goods and services for the company.
'To be recognised as a premier logistics partner by one of the world's leading retail institutions is indeed an honour for our company,' said Dave Kulik, group managing director, TNT Logistics. 'TNT Logistics has enjoyed an outstanding relationship with Sears over the years and looks forward to serving their logistics needs for many more.'
