Big Lots appoints three general merchandise managers

Columbus, Ohio -- Big Lots announced the appointment of three general merchandise managers as part of realigning the merchandising organization into customer-centric categories of food and consumables, furniture and home decor, and seasonal, toys and electronics.



Trey Johnson was promoted to senior VP, general merchandise manager for food and consumables.



Martha Withers was hired as senior VP, general merchandise manager for furniture and home decor. She has diverse category experience with Stage Stores Inc., Stein Mart, and May Department Stores.



Lucy Cindric was hired as senior VP, general merchandise manager for seasonal, toys and electronics. Cindric has rich industry experience with Stage Stores, Walmart, May Company Department Stores, Foley's, and Dayton Hudson Corporation.