Weis Markets announces new hires

SUNBURY, Pa. Weis Markets on Tuesday announced Steve Davis has joined the company as director of GM/HBC sales and merchandising and Brian Holt has been hired as the company’s director of marketing.

Davis has extensive experience in sales, merchandising and store operations, Weiss stated. In his new role at Weiss, he will oversee the procurement and merchandising of the company’s GM and HBC categories. Davis has worked in merchandising and operations positions at Jewel/Osco, First National Supermarkets, Tops, Giant Food Stores, Wild Oats and Pharmaca.

As director of marketing, Holt will oversee all aspects of the company’s marketing programs, including loyalty marketing. Previously, Holt worked for Black and Decker Hardware and Home Improvement – Baldwin Hardware where he was responsible for the leadership of a $25 million business portfolio and retail marketing team.

During his career, Holt worked on brand and product development for Graco Children’s Products, Dorman, Baldwin Hardware and Masco.