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Bensons for Beds appoints Rob Pierce as new Chief Operations Officer

Aldi Leaders share insights on support, representation and career growth
This International Women’s Day, two female leaders have revealed what they believe is vital for businesses to do in order to empower women in the workplace.... View ArticleView Article

Matalan appoints Sarah Welsh as chief product, brand and commercial officer
Matalan has appointed Sarah Welsh to the new role of chief product, brand and commercial officer. With nearly 30 years’ experience in the retail sector, she... View ArticleView Article

Asda strengthens supply chain leadership team
Asda has announced that Gavin Chappell is to return to the supermarket in a new role of vice president of food and GM supply. He previously... View ArticleView Article

Co-op pay award cements commitment to Real Living Wage
Co-op’s frontline store staff have voted to accept an above inflation pay award which will see hourly rates increase to at least £12.60 per hour during... View ArticleView Article

Looking ahead to the Retail Technology Show
Boosting technology usage and nurturing demand for sustainable purchasing decisions among younger consumers are key themes currently resonating across the retail landscape. These critical aspects underpinned... View ArticleView Article

Currys invests £8 million in staff pay
Currys is investing £8 million in raising pay for all hourly paid staff. The electricals and technology retailer’s store colleagues will see their minimum hourly rate... View ArticleView Article

Pepco Group could put Poundland up for sale
Poundland’s owner, Pepco Group, which also operates Dealz and Pepco, is exploring the sale of Poundland as part of a broader strategic shift. In its Capital... View ArticleView Article

Pandora names new general manager for British Isles
Jewellery brand Pandora has announced that Nicole Clayton will become its new general manager of the British Isles on 1 April. Having worked extensively with a... View ArticleView Article

Southern Co-op leader to step down after long career in retail
Southern Co-op has announced that Mark Smith is to step down as chief executive to focus on non-executive roles. Due to leave the organisation on 13 June,... View ArticleView Article

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