Supply chain specialist Mallory Alexander International Logistics has appointed Robert E. Mallory as chief administrative officer.

According to Mallory Alexander, Mallory will be based in Memphis and will focus on driving growth through expansions and acquisitions.

“I am pleased to be joining Mallory Alexander and their extraordinary team that has built an outstanding logistics company,” said Mallory. “We look forward to the tremendous opportunities that are in front of us as we continue to expand our services and offerings for our customers.”

Mallory is a member of the fifth-generation family which owns the logistics company.

He has more than 20 years of experience in international sales in the UK, Europe and Canada.

“We are committed to growing with our customers strategically to support their supply chains,” said Neely Mallory, president of Mallory Alexander. “Bob E.’s financial experience is a critical addition to our executive team, and in this newly created position, he will be focused on targeting future growth opportunities.”

Mallory Alexander employs more than 500 people throughout the US, as well as in Hong Kong, Mexico, Shanghai and Shenzhen.