BJ’s Wholesale Club has appointed Scott Schmadeke, formerly senior vp, field and fresh operations, executive vp, and COO.
Schmadeke will oversee all BJ’s clubs, distribution centers, logistics, asset protection and safety functions and report to Bob Eddy, chairman and CEO. He also will serve on the company’s executive leadership team.
Kostka will lead the company’s distribution and logistics networks, planning and allocation, and robotics and automation functions. She will report to Schmadeke, BJ’s said.
Schmadeke and Kostka will fill the role previously held by Jeff Desroches, executive vp and, COO,, who has resigned from his position, the company noted, without further explanation.
“Scott and Krystyna are dynamic leaders with deep knowledge of our company and impressive records at BJ’s,” Eddy said. “These changes will ensure that we continue to offer world-class service to our members and drive efficiency across our network as we deliver unbeatable value and profitable growth. I look forward to continuing to work with Scott and Krystyna as we take care of the families who depend on us.”
