Post Holdings, a leading food manufacturer, recently announced that Nicolas Catoggio will be taking on the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) following the departure of Jeff Zadoks in January. Catoggio, who joined Post in 2021 as the CEO of its Post Consumer Brands division, has played a significant role in the company’s success. The Post Consumer Brands division, which includes cereal, pet food, peanut butter, and pasta offerings, contributed to half of the company’s $7.9 billion in net sales in 2024.
Zadoks, who has been with Post for nearly 14 years, leaves behind a legacy of growth and transformation. During his tenure, Post expanded its product offerings beyond cereal, spun off its nutrition products unit, BellRing Brands, and entered the pet food market. Catoggio, on the other hand, joined Post after a successful 14-year career as a consultant, attracted by the opportunity to lead his own division within the food conglomerate.
Under Catoggio’s leadership, Post Consumer Brands underwent significant expansion through acquisitions, adding brands like Ronzoni pasta and 9Lives and Kibbles ‘n Bits pet food. He managed the integration of these acquired companies, manufacturing facilities, and brands, showcasing his strategic leadership and ability to drive growth.
Post Holdings CEO Rob Vitale praised Catoggio for his role in transforming Post Consumer Brands from a cereal company to a multi-category organization. With his promotion to COO, Catoggio will take on even more responsibilities, positioning him as a potential successor to Vitale in the future. In addition to overseeing Post Consumer Brands, Catoggio will also be involved in managing Post’s other brands, including Weetabix and Bob Evans refrigerated sides.
Post Holdings recently reported positive financial results for the third quarter, with net sales reaching $1.98 billion and a profit of $108.8 million. Despite a decrease in cereal volumes and pet food sales, the company saw growth in its food service sector. With Catoggio at the helm as COO, Post Holdings is poised for continued success and growth in the competitive food industry.
