James Bailey (businessman)

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James Bailey
Born1973or1974(age 49–50) [1]
NationalityBritish
Education Lewes Old Grammar School
Lancaster University
TitleCEO, Waitrose
SpouseEmma
Children2

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]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Butler, Sarah (24 September 2022). "Observer business profile: Waitrose". The Observer. Retrieved 24 September 2022.
  2. "John Lewis Partnership - Meet our Team". www.johnlewispartnership.co.uk.
  3. Nazir, Sahar (29 April 2020). "Waitrose hires former Sainsbury's exec as new boss – Retail Gazette".
  4. Butler, Sarah (24 June 2020). "Waitrose boss joins calls for post-Brexit food standards protection". The Guardian. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
  5. Devlin, Edward. "Former Sainsbury's buyer James Bailey made Waitrose executive director". The Grocer.