Waxie Sanitary Supply, an independently-owned distributor of sanitary maintenance supplies, has announced several promotions within the company.

Keith Schneringer, marketing manager, has been promoted to director of channel marketing and sustainability. In his new role, Schneringer will be responsible for connecting sales to marketing and the continued development of the company's sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.

Schneringer began his career at Waxies as a sales representative in 1990. He went on to become the sales manager in 1999, and was promoted to marketing manager in 2005. In recent years, Schneringer has become the champion of WAXIE’s sustainable products program.

“Our commitment to making workplace environments clean, sustainable, and healthy is complemented by the addition of Keith in this new, strategic role,” says Rick Hazard, Waxie vice president of marketing.

Sandy Nourian will assume the responsibility and role of director of procurement and programs management. She will continue to manage the entire procurement process, the corporate buyer team, inventory performance metrics, vendor programs, product information and analytical data. Nourian began her career as a purchasing manager with Waxie Santa Ana in 2000, and became director of procurement in 2003.

“We are excited to have Sandy in her new role, as it will help WAXIE continue to provide high customer service marks and performance levels for our customers,” says Hazard. Sandy began her career as a Purchasing Manager with WAXIE Santa Ana in 2000, and became Director of Procurement in 2003.

Umahl Anderson "has been an integral member" of the Waxie San Diego sales team for the past two years. He was originally hired to fill the role of healthcare specialist, and his wealth of experience in the healthcare industry proved to be essential to his success. Prior to Waxie, Umahl held positions as senior pharmaceutical sales rep for Lily USA and senior specialty sales rep and pharmaceutical sales rep for Merck & Co. Inc.

As the company's San Diego sales manager, Umahl brings his strong sales and coaching background to the management group and the entire team is excited to have his leadership.

“Umahl’s impressive technical, selling, and people skills make him a perfect addition to the San Diego management team,” Lee Jackson, Waxie general manager, San Diego division.

Waxie San Diego has also welcomed Louis Horvath as the new sales manager. Horvath joined Waxie in Santa Ana two years ago, and since then he has developed a reputation as an extremely valuable asset with our customer base and vendor partners.

“Louis is an impressive professional with many years of experience in leadership, sales and account management. We fully expect for him to blend well with our culture in San Diego and immediately begin contributing to his team,” said Jackson.

Horvath is positioned for success with his past roles and education in management. Prior to joining the company, he spent over 14 years in sales and account management with Nestlé Waters North America and UPS. In addition to his extensive experience, he holds an advanced degree in management from the University of Redlands.