Schnuck Markets names fresh division leader

Schnuck Markets has a new head of fresh.

The company named Ted Schnuck vice president of its fresh division who will report to the company’s chief merchant, Ryan Cuba.

In this role, he will lead strategy development and execution for fresh food categories, including meat, seafood, bakery, produce and floral, as well as deli and prepared foods.

He also joins the company’s strategy team, a 10-member team of executives tasked with leading the overall direction and execution of the company.

Schnuck has been with the family-owned company since 2015 and has held key positions in core functions, including supply chain, marketing, business development and in-store operations.

He also played an important role in the launch of the Schnucks Rewards program, and in the acquisition and integration of 19 St. Louis-area Shop ‘n Save stores in 2018.

“As vice president of our fresh areas, we look to Ted to develop the strategies to deliver on our promise to our customers to ‘Provide Best In Fresh Solutions’ by offering a relevant assortment of fresh, quality foods while providing easy, affordable, convenient meal solutions,” said Schnucks president and COO Dave Peacock. “Ted’s experience, strategic mindset and leadership capabilities position him to successfully drive our evolution as a leader in fresh foods.”