Saputo Inc., Montréal, announced a change in its senior management structure with the retirement of Kai Bockmann. Effective immediately, Bockmann is stepping down as president and chief operating officer and will be leaving the company on March 4, 2022.

Carl Colizza, president and chief operating officer, North America, and Leanne Cutts, president and chief operating officer, International and Europe, who reported to Bockmann, will report to Lino A. Saputo, now serving as chair of the board, president and CEO, the company said.

“Kai has contributed to building a strong and diverse leadership team, and we thank him for his dedication and involvement over the last 10 years. I wish him and his family well going forward,” said Saputo.