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Smucker eliminates COO role; promotes Marshall, Ferguson, Penrose to expanded roles
J M SMUCKER Co
- John Brase no longer an executive officer; COO position eliminated, effective Feb 9, 2026.
- Mark Smucker assumes President title, now CEO, President and Chair of the Board.
- Tucker Marshall named CFO | EVP Frozen Handheld, Spreads and Sweet Baked Snacks; base salary $745k.
- Rob Ferguson promoted to Chief Product Supply Officer | EVP Coffee, Pet, Away From Home; base $700k.
- Randy Day (Ops) and Bryan Hutson (IT/Supply Chain) retiring; company to hire Chief Technology Officer.