Save A Lot, SpartanNash Build Out C-Suite

Save A Lot and SpartanNash have revealed additions to their respective leadership teams, with Bill Mayo being appointed Save A Lot’s chief development officer, and Nicole Zube being named SpartanNash’s EVP and chief human resource officer.

As chief development officer, Mayo will lead the strategic growth of Save A Lot’s licensed retail business to support and strengthen the Save A Lot brand, said the grocer.

“With his strong track record of success in the grocery business, Bill brings a deep knowledge and understanding of the complex undertakings involved with program development, comprehensive go-to-market strategy, and project management,” said Fred Boehler, CEO of Save A Lot, in a statement. “We’re excited for him to leverage that experience to ensure that Save A Lot continues our vision of cultivating a sustainable, high-growth, and community-focused business.”  

Before joining the company, Mayo served 29 years at Wakefern. Most recently, he held the position of chief administrative officer where he led strategic business initiatives that promoted the development of the retailer’s international wholesale sales division, said Save A Lot.  

“I’m looking forward to joining this talented team of executives and building strong relationships with our independent retailers who are committed to providing high quality, low-cost fresh food for their customers while making a positive impact in their local areas,” said Mayo in a statement.

Zube comes to the role from the position of SVP, which she has held since joining SpartanNash in September, 2022.

Under Zube's leadership, SpartanNash achieved its 2023 Key Performance Indicators for Safety and Associate retention, performing in the top quartile among peers with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and reducing turnover by more than nine percent, said SpartanNash. She also led the creation and launch of SpartanNash's first People Philosophy and Competencies, which are measurable skills the retailer uses to help guide candidate interviews, goal setting, professional development, and the overall associate career experience.

"Nicole's work to support our family of 17,000 Associates has better positioned the Company to deliver on our promise of customer-focused innovation," said SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam in a statement. "Nicole has driven remarkable, measurable impact that is felt by every individual Associate across the organization, and we are proud to recognize her talent, leadership, and passion with this well-deserved promotion."

Prior to SpartanNash, Zube most recently served as head of HR for the U.S. commercial division of Kellogg Company.