James Wroath

James Wroath is the Chief Executive Officer of Wincanton plc, a prominent logistics company in the UK, a position he has held since September 2019. His professional background includes significant leadership roles in the logistics and supply chain sectors.

Professional Background

Previous Roles:
- Head of North America at LSG Sky Chefs, part of Lufthansa AG, where he oversaw airline catering operations.
- Senior Vice-President at Kuehne + Nagel in North America, managing both Contract Logistics and Overland Transportation.
- Managing Director for Kuehne + Nagel's Drinks Logistics business in the UK.
- Head of Distribution at Scottish & Newcastle plc.

Wroath's extensive experience in supply chain management has been instrumental in his leadership at Wincanton, especially as the company navigates challenges in technology adoption and operational efficiency within the logistics industry.1 2 3

Current Focus

Under Wroath’s guidance, Wincanton is working to enhance its technological capabilities and adapt to market demands, including implementing robotics and automation in its operations. He emphasizes the importance of evolving the company to remain competitive, particularly in light of recent contract losses and a rapidly changing logistics landscape.2 3

Wroath resides in Gloucestershire and continues to advocate for innovation within the logistics sector.2