Smith Drug adds associate VP strategic accounts

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Smith Drug has a new addition to its staff. The company named Joe Willaman to the newly created position of associate VP strategic accounts. In the position, Willaman will work with regional chains to highlight the benefits of Smith Drug’s products and services.

“Joe joined our team two years ago and has made a significant impact on our business,” Smith Drug and Burlington Drug president Jeff Foreman said. “Joe’s experience in Strategic Programs are a natural fit for this market segment. He was integral in developing our pricing optimization program, which is a tremendous benefit for all of our customers.”

Willaman, a graduate of Ohio University, has previously worked in marketing at Cardinal Health and in generics, pricing and national accounts at McKesson.

“I am looking forward to the opportunity to lead this growth initiative,” Willaman said. “Smith Drug and Burlington Drug are known for the excellent service and support it gives to all of its customers, and I intend to see that our regional chain customers receive that same level of attention.”