Kenco Wins Whirlpool Supply Chain Award for Digital Transformation

Kenco Wins Whirlpool Supply Chain Award for Digital Transformation

Kenco, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has been honored with the 2024 Whirlpool Supply Chain Supplier Award for Digital Transformation. The award recognizes Kenco’s role in advancing Whirlpool Corporation’s enterprise Warehouse Management System (WMS) project, transforming traditional workflows into smarter, more connected, and highly efficient processes.

Recognition for Innovation and Leadership

While the award was presented to the entire Kenco team, special acknowledgment went to inventory manager Mark Ziccardi. Ziccardi was instrumental in uniting Whirlpool, its vendor and implementation partners, and other 3PL representatives to collaboratively design and refine the WMS platform.

Jennifer Springer, Senior Director of Customer Fulfillment at Whirlpool, praised Ziccardi’s efforts:

“Mark’s operational experience and dedication were invaluable. He pushed us to challenge assumptions, stress-test the system, and redefine what ‘best’ looks like at every stage. His work truly demonstrates the power of partnership.”

Strengthening Whirlpool’s Supply Chain

Kenco’s expertise spans transportation, warehousing, and material handling equipment (MHE) management, enabling its customers to streamline operations and accelerate order fulfillment. For Whirlpool, this WMS implementation was a critical step toward building greater supply chain resilience and efficiency.

“Kenco has been a longtime partner to Whirlpool, and it was an honor to support them through this major technology transition,” said Denis Reilly, President & CEO of Kenco. “The dedication of Mark and the team is what allows us to solve complex logistical challenges and keep supply chains moving smoothly.”

Celebrating Supply Chain Excellence

Whirlpool formally recognized Ziccardi, Kenco, and other award recipients during a social hour in August, highlighting the value of collaboration in advancing logistics innovation.

For over 75 years, Kenco has provided integrated logistics solutions including distribution, eCommerce fulfillment, transportation management, MHE services, and customized supply chain strategies. The company continues to redefine third-party logistics by focusing on innovation, operational excellence, and strong customer partnerships.