Winn-Dixie Stores has announced that pending approval from The Bahamas Immigration Department, Ken Burns has been named Managing Director, Bahamas Supermarkets.
Burns will oversee The Bahamas division’s 12 stores.
Nine of The Bahamas division’s stores operate under the City Markets banner. The other three stores operate under the Winn-Dixie banner.
In this role, Burns assumes duties previously handled by Bruce Souder, managing director, who is no longer with the company.
In addition, Bryan Knowles, Controller for The Bahamas Division, has been promoted to VicePresident, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer.
Burns began his career with WinnDixie in 1968 as a part-time Stock Associate. He has held several positions in his 35-year career with Winn-Dixie at both the retail and store support level. Most recently, Burns served as District Manager in the Miami Region.
“Winn-Dixie is extremely proud of our Bahamas operations,” stated Mark Sellers, Group VicePresident of Operations for Winn-Dixie Stores. He was recently, named Interim Head of Operations for The Bahamas Division.
“We are sure that Ken Burns and Bryan Knowles will be fine leaders for our Bahamas stores. They are as committed to our customers, our associates and to our community as Winn-Dixie is committed to maintaining our leadership in the Bahamas market,” he added.
Winn-Dixie Stores is one of the largest food retailers in the U.S.
Founded in 1925, the company is head quartered in Jacksonville, Florida. For more information, visit them online at www.winn-dixie.com.
