SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Rex Holstein has been promoted to vice president, commodity purchasing, for Tyson Foods, replacing Clark Irwin who will retire in mid-January after more than 36 years of service with Tyson Foods.
Holstein began his career with Tyson in 1994 and has worked in a variety of roles including human resources, warehousing and accounting. In his new role he will be responsible for leading the commodity purchasing team in the procurement and risk management of various inputs, including feed ingredients, energy and cooking oil.
“I’m pleased to make this announcement about Rex,” said Noel White, president of. . .