Niemann Foods, Inc.
James Doane has extensive experience in the retail and purchasing sectors, currently serving as a Category Buyer at Niemann Foods, Inc. since November 2006, overseeing categories such as Private Label and various DSD products. Prior to this role, James held multiple positions at Farm & Home Supply from April 1991 to November 2006, culminating in the position of Director of Purchasing. Earlier career experience includes serving as Area Manager at Jack's Discount and advancing from stocker to 1st Assistant Manager at Niemann Foods, Inc. starting in April 1982. James holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Quincy University and graduated from Quincy Notre Dame High School.
Niemann Foods, Inc.
It was 1917 when Ferd Niemann, Sr. and Steve Niemann opened their first grocery store. It took a lot of hard work and progressive thinking, but they succeeded. By 1930, they were operating 10 corner grocery stores and a thriving wholesale business. In 1940 Niemann Foods, Inc. introduced the first full service supermarket to Quincy, Illinois. It is this same hard work and forward thinking that has guided two more generations through steady growth to become the largest independently owned supermarket chain in central Illinois. Today, more than 100 grocery, pet food, hardware, pharmacies and gas stations are part of the NFI family and continue to serve their respective communities with a commitment to taking care of their customers. We have more than 2,000 active NFI Associates that have ownership through an employee stock option purchase plan (ESOP). As associate owners there is a much stronger focus on selling fresh product, listening to and responding to customers needs and building lasting relationships with courteous service. A commitment that will continue to be the foundation for continued growth and success for future generations.