Food City names Lyon to head human resources
Food City recently named Sherrell Lyon to the position of vice president of human resources. Lyon brings more than 34 years of knowledge and experience to this key role, having most recently served as director of human resources for the company, according to a news release.
“Sherrell has done an outstanding job leading our human resources team and I am confident that he will continue to grow and develop the department in his new role. We’re fortunate to have Sherrell serve as a part of our executive leadership team and I would like to personally thank him for his outstanding service and congratulate him on this well-deserved promotion,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer in the release.
Lyon has served in numerous positions throughout the company, including head cashier, grocery manager, and assistant store manager. He served as store manager for over ten years, eight of which were spent managing one of the company’s highest volume locations. He served as senior human resources specialist in the Chattanooga Division before being promoted to director of human resources.
Lyon is responsible for the strategic direction, planning, and coordination of the human resources function within the company, the release stated. He provides support and oversight in the areas of compensation, benefits administration, legal compliance, and record keeping. He works closely with the executive leadership team and operations management team, spearheading their workforce planning, talent acquisition and development, and associate engagement. Lyon also serves as co-sponsor of the company’s Energy Conservation Objective Steering Committee, of which he was a founding member.