nVent Taps GE HealthCare Exec as Chief Supply Chain Officer
Event summary
- nVent hires Mellinda Devese as Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective March 16, 2026.
- Devese previously led global supply chain for GE HealthCare’s $10B Imaging segment.
- She will oversee manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and operational efficiency.
- Devese reports directly to nVent Chair and CEO Beth Wozniak.
- Appointment aligns with nVent’s push for higher-growth global electrical solutions.
The big picture
nVent’s hiring of Mellinda Devese underscores its focus on supply chain optimization amid rising demand for electrification and data center infrastructure. The move reflects broader industry trends toward operational efficiency and global expansion in industrial manufacturing. With Devese’s background in large-scale supply chain leadership, nVent aims to strengthen its position in the electrical connection and protection solutions market.
What we're watching
- Supply Chain Transformation
- How Devese’s GE HealthCare experience will reshape nVent’s global supply chain operations.
- Operational Efficiency
- Whether Devese can drive cost savings and improve lean manufacturing processes.
- Growth Strategy
- The pace at which nVent accelerates its transformation into a higher-growth electrical company.
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