ST. LOUIS – Schnucks Markets Inc. has appointed Mark Doiron to be its new chief merchant.

Doiron, who joins Schnucks with more than 25 years of food and grocery industry experience, will be responsible for procurement and merchandising for the regional chain’s 99 supermarkets. He reports to Schnucks chairman and chief executive officer Todd Schnuck.

“We are pleased to welcome Mark to our team,” Schnuck said. “He brings valuable and unique experiences to this leadership position, and we look forward to his contributions as we continue on our mission of nourishing the lives of our customers.”

Before joining Schnucks, Doiron was president of Sure Winner Foods, a frozen food distribution company based in the northeastern United States. Prior to that, he was chief supply chain officer for Delhaize, a Belgium-based international food retailer, where he oversaw the company’s U.S. operations. In his new role, Doiron succeeds Steve Harper, who retired earlier this year.

“I am excited to join Schnucks,” Doiron said. “After getting to know the company, the St. Louis area, and seeing Schnucks’ Midwest locations, it was clear that this would be a great fit for both myself and my family.”