US meat giant Tyson Foods has made another change to its executive team as chief operating officer Devin Cole retires.

Wes Morris, who is a Tyson Foods’ veteran of more than 20 years, will step into the COO role on 15 June, the New York-listed group announced today (8 June).

Morris has previously led the prepared foods and poultry businesses at Tyson Foods and in his new capacity will be in charge of operations across all of the company’s product divisions, including the currently challenging sector of beef.

His appointment follows a reshuffle at the top as current president and CEO Donnie King moves aside to make way for Jeff Schomburger, who will head up Tyson Foods from 4 October.

King, who became CEO in 2021, will remain on the board of the Hillshire Farm brand owner.

Schomburger said today: “Wes Morris has a proven track record of executing against operational priorities across key segments of the business.

“His deep understanding of our operations, combined with our shared focus on serving customers and consumers, will help position the company for long-term growth and continued success.”

Morris added. "We have a strong foundation in place, and I'm committed to operational discipline as the company continues to advance its strategic priorities and execute its growth plan.”