Retail people covers new hires, industry moves and features focussing on retail industry leaders & innovators
Leading two-person delivery company ArrowXL has appointed an experienced senior professional to the role of director of people services. Nicola Waring joins the business with a remit to ensure that the business is able to attract and retain the best
Bensons for Beds has strengthened its board with the appointment of Ian Shepherd as a non-executive director.
Astound Commerce, the world’s largest independent digital commerce specialist, has announced the appointment of Michael Kahn as global CEO, setting a course to accelerate growth, development and marketplace leadership in a rapidly evolving, digital-first global trading environment. The appointment
WaterWipes, the family-owned business based in Drogheda, Ireland, has appointed Orla Mitchell as chief executive officer to continue the global expansion of the eleven-year old company.
Motor Fuel Group (MFG), the UK’s largest independent forecourt operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Pitron as its new commercial director.
BOXPARK, the award-winning retail, casual dining and leisure outlet has employed David Gough, former operations director at Stable Bar & Restaurants Ltd (Fuller’s), as chief operations officer with immediate effect.
Spar UK is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Johnson who joined the leading convenience symbol group as operations and strategy director on 17 August 2020. Johnson will be responsible for finance, governance, IT, supply chain and strategic planning.
Leading consumer delivery company Hermes UK has appointed a chief operating officer (COO) in a move designed to support its operations following significant increase in volumes, due to both Covid-19 and the ongoing growth of online shopping. This will also
Soda Folk, producer of American-style sodas in the UK, has hired a non executive director, Darren Foley, to help supercharge the brand and scale the business.
Polymer Logistics, a leading international provider of supply chain logistical technologies, has appointed Brendan McGarry as sales director for its operations in Ireland. The appointment enables the company to extend its sales and support its network further, helping new and
No1 Botanicals, the world’s first range of botanical extract drinks, has appointed a new CEO to lead its global expansion plans.
Disaronno International UK has announced the appointment of Miranda Osborne as category and marketing director.
Burts Snacks, one of the country’s leading independent snacking companies, has announced that its chairman and managing director, David Nairn is stepping down after 14 years leading the business. He will be succeeded by Dave McNulty, the former managing director
The John Lewis Partnership has today appointed Nikki Humphrey as executive director for People. Humphrey joins from Virgin Atlantic where she is chief people officer and replaces Tracey Killen who has retired after a 38 year career in the Partnership.
Snappy Shopper, the fast-growing mobile app and web-based convenience store home delivery platform, has appointed ex-Spar and Nisa marketing veteran Philippe Rondepierre as marketing director.
Menzies Distribution, the UK’s leading national, time-critical logistics partner, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stuart Warriner as a strategic advisor to the Board. Stuart will be predominantly responsible for helping Menzies drive its growth strategy both through acquisitions
The Original Factory Shop announces changes to its leadership team with the appointment of new executive chairman Matt Williams.
Bahlsen has announced its newly reorganised group marketing function, which is part of a wider strategy for the company to strengthen its global brands and increase innovation.
AO Business has announced a new lead for their housebuilder team. John Farnham, previously national account manager for the B2B division of AO.com, has been promoted to the leading position, after a successful first year for AO Business in the
Noble Foods has appointed Kerry Foods stalwart, Duncan Everett to the role of CEO of the Noble Foods Group.
Kerry Group has announced the appointment of Nick Robinson as the new chief executive officer of Kerry Foods. Robinson, who is the current managing director of consumer brands for Kerry Foods, will transition into the role over the next two
Weetabix On The Go, the UK’s No. 1 breakfast drink, has appointed Charlotte Hunt as its new marketing manager, to support brand growth as part of Weetabix’s £11m marketing push.
Caroline Thompson-Hill has been appointed Accolade Wine’s new regional managing director for Europe as the company outlines its focus on the consumer and the customer.
Crussh Fit Food & Juice Bars has announced the appointment of Simon Foster as the company’s new CEO to lead the re-start of the brand and navigate its next stage of development.
The John Lewis Partnership has today appointed Pippa Wicks as executive director for John Lewis. Wicks joins from the Co-op Group where she was deputy chief executive and will start her new role in August.
