The leadership change comes after recent factory expansion, a major acquisition, and continued investment in the company’s operations.
The appointment comes weeks after ADM expanded its work on regenerative agriculture through a joint program with General Mills and Walmart.
Viney succeeds Massimo D’Ambrosio, who has moved to a new role within Ferrero Group in the United States.
Mr. Carter assumes the role from Luis Viso, who joined The Marzetti Company as Chief Supply Chain Officer in 2023 and will retire later this year.
The leadership change comes as Hershey continues to expand beyond traditional chocolate into a broader snacking portfolio that includes salty snacks and protein products.