Tailored from a press launch
Petco Well being and Wellness Firm mentioned it is restructuring its government management crew as part of its ongoing efforts to simplify determination making, deal with fewer and clearer priorities, and empower the group to maneuver with higher velocity and agility.
“Right now’s adjustments to our management crew will speed up Petco’s initiatives to drive retail excellence as we execute on our operational reset,” mentioned interim CEO Mike Mohan. “Throughout the enterprise, we’re streamlining the group to empower quicker and more practical implementation of finest practices on the trail to restoring our profitability.”
Roth appointed chief shops officer, COO eradicated
As part of the adjustments, James Roth has been appointed chief shops officer, reporting on to interim CEO Mike Mohan. On this function, Roth will lead operations throughout all Pet Care Facilities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Roth most lately served as government vice chairman, Shops for Abercrombie & Fitch Co., the place he led the shops crew throughout 5 manufacturers, 16 international locations and greater than 800 shops. He has held quite a few senior retail roles throughout his 20-plus yr profession.
Moreover, Justin Tichy has made the choice to depart the corporate, and the chief working officer function has been eradicated.
White named interim chief service provider
Shari White has been appointed interim chief service provider, reporting on to Mike Mohan. White joined the corporate six years in the past from client merchandise firm Perrigo, the place she served as director of gross sales, Goal. She beforehand served in merchandising and model administration roles at Goal and Unilever.
Petco shall be conducting a complete inside and exterior seek for a everlasting chief service provider with the assist of a number one world government search agency. Amy Faculty, present chief merchandising and provide chain officer shall be leaving the corporate on August 17, 2024.
“I need to thank Justin and Amy for his or her years of service to Petco,” continued Mohan. “They’ve been instrumental within the growth of our omnichannel pet well being and wellness ecosystem, whereas supporting our goal to enhance the lives of pets, pet mother and father and Petco companions.”
Increasing government management crew
As part of Petco’s purpose to simplify determination making and empower the group to maneuver with higher velocity and agility, the corporate is increasing the manager management crew to incorporate:
- Tim Buckenberger, SVP, Merchandise Planning, Stock & Provide Chain
- Steve Janowiak, VP Digital
- Stephen Reyes, SVP, Providers
- James Roth, chief shops officer
- Shari White, interim chief service provider
