The Pantry announced Friday that its chief financial officer, Mark Bierley, is resigning effective May 25.
Bierley has accepted a position near his home in Michigan, the company said. The position wasn't disclosed.
Berry Epley, the company's corporate controller, will handle Bierley's responsibilities while The Pantry searches for a permanent replacement.
In February, the Cary-based convenience store chain named Dennis G. Hatchell as its new president and CEO. He began his job on March 5.
Hatchell replaced Terrance Marks, who resigned in October to become the CEO of the Hooters restaurant chain.
Hatchell was previously vice chairman of Alex Lee, a North Carolina-based holding company for Lowe's Food Stores, Merchants Distributors and Institution Food House.
The Pantry has more than 1,600 stores throughout the Southeast, primarily under the Kangaroo Express brand.
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