Premier LogiTech names Jay Ford CEO as founder Scott Paul becomes vice chairman

Premier LogiTech has named logistics veteran Jay Ford as chief executive officer, with founder Scott Paul moving to vice chairman after nearly two decades leading the Dallas-Fort Worth technology lifecycle and supply chain company. The leadership change is meant to support the company’s next growth phase while preserving continuity for customers and partners.

Why it matters: - Premier LogiTech is entering a new leadership phase as it looks to expand market share and scale a business built around technology lifecycle and supply chain services. - The transition keeps founder Scott Paul involved, which is meant to reassure customers and partners during the handoff. - Jay Ford brings experience in logistics, automation and enterprise operations that could shape Premier LogiTech’s next stage of growth.

What happened: - Premier LogiTech named Jay Ford chief executive officer. - Scott Paul, who founded Premier LogiTech in 2007, is moving to vice chairman. - Paul will continue working with customers, strategic partners and the leadership team during the transition. - Ford will lead day-to-day operations as CEO. - The company is based in Dallas-Fort Worth.

The details: - Ford most recently served as senior executive advisor to the U.S. Postmaster General, supporting the Delivering for America transformation. - Ford previously was division president at GXO Logistics, where he led a technology services division through a period of growth. - Ford also led reverse logistics and repair operations across the Americas as a vice president at Ingram Micro. - Earlier roles included senior positions at XPO Logistics, CEVA Logistics and New Breed Logistics. - Ford’s experience covers forward logistics, reverse logistics, repair and refurbishment, and large-scale automation. - Paul built Premier LogiTech to fill a gap in customized end-to-end supply chain solutions for technology companies. - Under Paul’s leadership, Premier LogiTech became a partner to major telecom and technology brands and earned OEM-level certifications. - Premier LogiTech will continue offering sourcing, warehousing, asset management, configuration, fulfillment, delivery, installation, managed services, reverse logistics, decommissioning and recovery. - The company says those services are delivered from secure, multi-certified facilities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. - Premier LogiTech says it manages millions of technology and consumer products for top-tier brands across multiple industries. - The company also says its brand enablement and circular-economy capabilities help products reach market effectively and be managed sustainably. - For more information, visit the company’s website.

Between the lines: - The move appears designed to pair founder continuity with outside operating experience. - Tide Rock Yieldco President Jason Ghoshhajra said Ford is the right leader to grow Premier LogiTech into a player of scale in the sector. - Ford said the company has a strong foundation and that his focus is on scaling capabilities and maintaining customer trust. - Paul said he will remain closely involved to support customers and help set Ford and the team up for success.

What's next: - Ford is expected to focus on customer partnerships, operational strengths and market expansion. - Paul will remain active as vice chairman to help ensure continuity and advise on strategic priorities. - Premier LogiTech is positioning the leadership change as the start of a broader growth push.