BlueLinx Announces Transition of Chief Commercial Officer
BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BXC), one of the leading wholesale distributors of building products in the United States, has announced a planned transition in its senior commercial leadership. The company confirmed that Mike Wilson, its Chief Commercial Officer, will retire from the role effective January 4, 2026. Following his retirement, Wilson will continue to support the organization by serving as Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer through August 1, 2026, ensuring continuity during the leadership transition.
Succeeding Wilson will be Leo Oei, currently Vice President of National Accounts. Oei is scheduled to assume the role of Chief Commercial Officer on January 5, 2026. The transition reflects BlueLinx’s focus on long-term planning and leadership continuity as the company continues to execute its growth strategy across key product categories, markets, and customer segments.
Shyam Reddy, President and Chief Executive Officer of BlueLinx, expressed deep appreciation for Wilson’s leadership and lasting contributions to the organization. Reddy highlighted Wilson’s role in strengthening strategic relationships with both customers and suppliers, expanding the company’s product portfolio, and supporting growth across multiple geographies and sales channels.
“Mike has made an extraordinary impact on BlueLinx over the course of his tenure,” said Reddy. “He helped deepen partnerships with key customers and supply partners, played a pivotal role in broadening our product offerings in important categories, and supported expansion into new markets and customer channels. Just as importantly, he built strong, lasting relationships across the organization and throughout the industry. We are grateful for his dedication and leadership, and we wish him and his family the very best as he begins this next chapter.”
Reddy also expressed confidence in Oei’s ability to step into the Chief Commercial Officer role and build on the company’s momentum. According to Reddy, Oei’s extensive experience across local market leadership, product management, and national accounts positions him well to guide BlueLinx’s commercial strategy going forward.
“As we look ahead, Leo is the ideal leader to take on this critical role,” Reddy added. “His broad experience running local markets, managing product strategies, and leading national accounts will be instrumental as we continue executing on our sales growth initiatives and delivering value to customers and suppliers alike.”
Reflecting on his career at BlueLinx, Wilson described his tenure as both rewarding and meaningful. He emphasized the importance of relationships built over the years and expressed confidence in the company’s future leadership.
“It has truly been a privilege to work alongside such talented colleagues, loyal customers, and trusted suppliers,” said Wilson. “What I value most are the relationships we’ve built and the progress we’ve achieved together as a team. I am confident that Leo will successfully carry our commercial vision forward and that BlueLinx is well positioned to continue thriving in the years ahead.”
Wilson’s advisory role through mid-2026 is intended to provide additional support during the transition period, allowing for knowledge transfer and strategic continuity. His continued involvement reflects BlueLinx’s thoughtful approach to leadership changes and commitment to maintaining stability across the business.
Incoming Chief Commercial Officer Leo Oei brings more than 25 years of experience across commercial, procurement, supply chain, and operations leadership roles spanning multiple industries. In his current role as Vice President of National Accounts, Oei leads the company’s National Accounts and Multi-Family teams. He has played a key role in expanding BlueLinx’s geographic reach and product offerings through partnerships with strategic suppliers, while also driving growth in both national accounts and multi-family segments.
Throughout his career at BlueLinx, Oei has been recognized for his ability to align commercial strategy with operational execution. His leadership has supported customer growth, strengthened supplier relationships, and enhanced the company’s competitive positioning in a dynamic and evolving building products market.
Commenting on his upcoming appointment, Oei expressed gratitude for the opportunity and reaffirmed his commitment to customers, suppliers, and employees.
“I am honored to step into the role of Chief Commercial Officer at BlueLinx,” said Oei. “With our scale, strong relationships, and dedicated team members across the organization, we are well positioned to continue serving our customers and suppliers at the highest levels. I look forward to building on the foundation that Mike and the team have established and driving continued growth for the company.”
As BlueLinx moves forward with this planned leadership transition, the company remains focused on executing its strategic priorities, supporting its partners, and delivering consistent value across the building products supply chain. With experienced leadership in place and a clear vision for the future, BlueLinx is positioned to continue strengthening its role as a trusted distribution partner across the U.S. market.
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