James Bailey | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1973 or 1974 (age 49–50)[1] |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | Lewes Old Grammar School Lancaster University |
| Title | CEO, Waitrose |
| Spouse | Emma |
| Children | 2 |
James Bailey (born 1973/1974) is the executive director (CEO) of the UK's Waitrose supermarket chain.
Bailey was educated at Lewes Old Grammar School, and Lancaster University.[1]
Bailey began his career as a management trainee in the National Health Service (NHS) for three years, followed by three years in financial services.[2] He worked for Sainsbury's for 18 years, rising to grocery buying director, before leaving in 2019.[3]
Bailey joined Waitrose in April 2020 as its executive director (CEO).[4] He replaced former MD Rob Collins, who left in January.[5]
He is married to Emma, and they have two children.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 Butler, Sarah (24 September 2022). "Observer business profile: Waitrose". The Observer. Retrieved 24 September 2022.
- ↑ "John Lewis Partnership - Meet our Team". www.johnlewispartnership.co.uk.
- ↑ Nazir, Sahar. "Waitrose hires former Sainsbury's exec as new boss – Retail Gazette".
- ↑ Butler, Sarah (24 June 2020). "Waitrose boss joins calls for post-Brexit food standards protection". The Guardian. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
- ↑ Devlin, Edward. "Former Sainsbury's buyer James Bailey made Waitrose executive director". The Grocer.
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