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The Kroger Co. appointed Mark Ibbotson as Executive Vice President and Chief Store Operations Officer, effective…
KRKroger Co
The Kroger Co. appointed Mark Ibbotson as Executive Vice President and Chief Store Operations Officer, effective September 14, 2026. Mr. Ibbotson brings extensive retail experience from Walmart and Asda, where he led operations, real estate, and digital transformation initiatives. His compensation package includes a $1 million annual base salary, an incentive bonus target of 110% of base, and various equity grants totaling approximately $3.5 million in restricted shares and performance units to be awarded in December 2026. He will also participate in the company's standard executive relocation program. The Kroger Co. operates as a supermarket retailer serving customers through physical stores and eCommerce platforms.