Schnuck Markets, Inc. Names Ted Schnuck Chief Operating Officer
Schnuck Markets, Inc. Names Ted Schnuck Chief Operating Officer
Appointment marks eighth Schnuck family member and first member of the fourth generation to have day-to-day operating responsibility for Schnucks
ST. LOUIS, Nov.11, 2025 – Todd Schnuck, Chairman and CEO of Schnuck Markets, Inc., announced today that Ted Schnuck has been appointed Schnucks’ next Chief Operating Officer. In this expanded leadership role, Ted will have oversight for the company’s strategic initiatives and daily execution of business priorities, as well as executive leadership for store operations, merchandising, marketing, communications and supply chain. Ted will be the eighth Schnuck family member and first member of the fourth generation to have day-to-day operating responsibility for Schnucks.
“With Ted’s extensive experience in diverse strategic and operational disciplines across a broad scope of commercial environments, both internal and external, Ted is well prepared to expand his role as a next generation leader, a true history-making moment in Schnucks’ legacy,” said Todd Schnuck. “He is a leading voice in the evolution of the company, in particular, championing the work on our Vision for Schnucks’ 100th anniversary in 2039. Ted’s leadership ensures Schnucks is positioned for continued operational excellence, strong financial performance and sustainable growth.”
Ted joined Schnucks in 2015, bringing to the company significant expertise in developing and executing business strategies, understanding consumer behavior and driving brand growth, developed from key positions in management consulting and consumer packaged goods. Since joining the family-owned business, Ted has held leadership roles across core company functions, including supply chain, marketing, business development, store operations and fresh merchandising. Reporting to the company’s Chairman and CEO, Todd Schnuck, Ted will continue to serve alongside Schnucks’ senior leaders on the company’s Strategy Team, of which he has been a member for the last four years.
“I am deeply honored to step into the role of Chief Operating Officer, carrying forward our family's legacy while forging the path for the next generation of Schnucks. Our focus remains clear: building the best customer relationships, driving operational excellence, supporting our outstanding teammates and communities and ensuring we deliver on our mission to Nourish People's Lives every single day,” said Ted Schnuck. “Especially considering the recent news of the launch of the Schnuck family’s holding company 1939 Group, Inc., and bringing Schnucks together with Wisconsin’s Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers as one family of companies, it is an exciting time to be a leader at Schnucks."
Last month, in his role as Chairman and CEO of 1939 Group, Inc., Todd Schnuck announced the official closing of 1939 Group’s purchase of Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, joining the Wisconsin-based grocers with St. Louis-headquartered Schnucks as one family of companies. The completed transaction brings the new family of companies’ footprint to 164 stores in four states, supported by nearly 19,000 total teammates and associates.
More Information About Ted Schnuck
Most recently, Ted served as Schnucks’ Executive Vice President, Supermarkets, leading the merchandising, store operations, marketing and communications teams.
Ted previously acted as Vice President, Fresh, overseeing the meat, seafood, produce, floral, bakery and deli merchandising areas. In this position, he prioritized ensuring the stores offer a relevant assortment of fresh, quality foods while providing affordable and convenient meal solutions.
In his prior role as Division Manager, Ted oversaw the operational needs of 11 stores located in the St. Charles, Missouri and mid-Missouri markets. He also held a leadership post overseeing 13 stores in St. Louis County, Jefferson County and the southeastern Missouri markets.
As Vice President of Brand Marketing, Ted’s leadership was instrumental in the successful launch of the Schnucks Rewards loyalty program. In addition, other notable accomplishments for Schnucks include improvements in supply chain management with the implementation of the company’s inventory replenishment system. As part of the Business Development team, Ted was instrumental in the acquisition and integration of 19 St. Louis-area Shop ‘n Save stores in 2018.
Ted is a fourth generation member of the Schnuck family and great grandson of company founder, Anna Donovan Schnuck. He was the first member of this generation to be appointed to the company’s Strategy Team.
A graduate of the University of Virginia, Ted also earned his MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Ted began his career with Bain & Company then transitioned to strategy and marketing leadership roles for major brands at Beam Suntory and Procter & Gamble.
Ted serves on the board for the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc. and the St. Louis Sports Commission. He is also a member of the Distribution Committee for Nourishing - A Schnucks Foundation. Ted was previously a board member for Downtown STL Inc and evaluated entrepreneurs’ applications for Arch Grants. He is also a strong supporter of the United Way.
About Schnucks
Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. is a third and fourth generation, family-owned grocery retailer committed to nourishing people’s lives. Schnucks operates 113 stores, serving customers in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana and employs more than 11,000 teammates. According to Forbes’ 2024 rankings, Schnucks is the 203rd largest privately-owned company in the United States and the 13th largest privately-owned grocer. Schnucks is committed to helping communities thrive, and as a champion for reducing hunger, the company annually donates more than $15 million in food to pantries that help those in need.
Schnucks is part of 1939 Group, Inc., which is owned by the family that founded Schnuck Markets, Inc., and named after the year they opened the first Schnucks store. Other members of the family of companies include Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, Inc.
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