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Hershey Appoints Mitchell Arends As Chief Supply Chain Officer

PUBLIC · HSYMay 29, 2026•23 days ago

Position

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Company

Hershey

Mitchell Arends

HersheyFood and BeverageFood And BeverageHospitality

Description

Hershey has appointed Mitchell Arends as its new Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective June 22, 2026. He succeeds Jason Reiman, who is retiring after 30 years with the company, ensuring a structured leadership transition.

Company Information

Company

Hershey

Location

Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States

About

The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania and is an industry-leading snacks company known for making more moments of goodness through its iconic brands, remarkable people, and enduring commitment to doing the right thing for its people, planet, and communities. Hershey has nearly 20,000 employees in the U.S. and around the world who work every day to deliver delicious, high-quality products. The company has more than 100 brand names in approximately 80 countries worldwide that drive more than $10.4 billion in annual revenues, including Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat®, Jolly Rancher and Ice Breakers, and fast-growing salty snacks including Skinny Pop, Pirate's Booty, and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels. For more than 125 years, Hershey has been committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably. The candy and snack maker's founder, Milton Hershey, created Milton Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on helping children succeed through equitable access to education. SOURCE The Hershey Company

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