BOISE, Idaho — In May, Susan Morris will cap an impressive retail career when she succeeds Vivek Sankaran as chief executive officer and member of the board of directors of Albertsons Cos. Her selection followed a careful succession planning process that included evaluating both internal and external candidates.
“The board is confident that Susan is the ideal person to lead the company into its next chapter of growth,” said chairman Jim Donald. “With a nearly 40-year career that began at an Albertsons store in the Denver market, Susan brings unmatched expertise and deep knowledge of the business. She is highly respected across the organization and industry, with a strong track record of operational success and passion for serving our customers and communities.”
Since 2018 Morris has served as executive vice president and chief operating officer, overseeing more than 2,200 stores in 34 states. Prior to that, her experience included serving as executive VP of Albertsons Eastern Region; division president in two markets; and various other roles across merchandising and operations.
As Donald noted, she began her retail career at an Albertsons store in the Denver market while a high school student. While in college, Morris took a job in Albertsons’ Denver divisional office and then began her ascent through roles of increasing responsibility.
“At a time of profound change for the grocery industry, I am honored to be appointed as the next CEO of Albertsons Cos.,” said Morris. “I have worked closely with Vivek and the leadership team on our plans to accelerate growth and am confident that we are on the right path with our Customers for Life strategy. Albertsons Cos. has an incredibly bright future and the best team in the business — I am energized about the many opportunities that lie ahead.”
