Four years after Save Mart’s CEO retired, the grocery umbrella named its longtime president to take the role as it seeks to expand its footprint this year.

Jim Perkins will serve as president and CEO of the Save Mart Companies, which includes not only the eponymous grocery store, but also FoodMaxx and Lucky.

It was with Lucky where Perkins got his start with the chain in 2004. Prior to that, Perkins had been in several states across the country working in food retail, bringing his cumulative grocery experience to more than four decades.

“For 70 years, we’ve been a trusted partner to West Coast families because we understand what it means to be a true neighbor,” Perkins said in a statement. “Our associates know their communities intimately because they live and work in them, serving neighbors they’ve known for years. Our competitive advantage isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are.”

Perkins First CEO Selection Under New Save Mart Ownership

Perkins placement as CEO marks the first chief executive selection since the company was acquired by Canada-based The Jim Pattison Group.

The holding company purchased Save Mart in 2024.

“(Perkins’) deep understanding of West Coast grocery, proven track record of operational excellence, and dedication to developing people make him the ideal leader to guide this award-winning company into its next chapter,” said Ryan Barrington-Foote, president of Jim Pattison. “We’re excited to support Jim and this exceptional team as they build on 70 years of trusted service to their communities.”

As president, Perkins led store operations, merchandising, and marketing.