Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. is going with an internal pick for its next permanent leader, and given the company’s recent successes, it’s easy to see why. The fast-casual chain announced Monday that Scott Boatwright, who has been holding down the role ...

Chipotle Mexican Grill appointed Scott Boatwright as chief executive officer and a member of the board, effective immediately, on Monday, ending the months-long search for a new leader after former CEO Brian Niccol left for Starbucks.

The operations specialist was named interim chief executive in August, replacing Brian Niccol at the fast-casual chain after his departure

Chipotle Mexican Grill has dropped “interim” from chief executive officer Scott Boatwright’s title, today announcing that after a “robust and thorough process,” he will take over the top spot, as well as a position on the board, effective immediately.

By Juveria Tabassum (Reuters) -Chipotle Mexican Grill on Monday named interim boss Scott Boatwright as permanent CEO of the burrito chain in a widely expected move, months after Brian Niccol exited the role to take the top job at Starbucks.