Longtime store operations director takes on expanded role
Ohio grocer Buehler’s Fresh Foods has appointed Rich Bidinger as vice president of construction, real estate and store operations support.
Wooster, Ohio-based Buehler’s said yesterday that, in the expanded role, Bidinger will oversee construction, real estate, and store repair and maintenance, as well as identify acquisition candidates and direct all in-store leasing.
Previously, Bidinger served as director of operations. He took over his new VP post on May 2.
Buehler’s noted that Bidinger’s deep retail and grocery expertise and experience prepared him for his next leadership role.
“Rich’s success in this company is not surprising due to his enthusiasm and loyalty to our stores, employees and company brand,” Buehler’s Fresh Foods President and CEO Dan Shanahan said in a statement. “He is a testament as to what you can achieve with dedication.”