James Bailey (businessman) explained

James Bailey
Nationality:British
Education:Lewes Old Grammar School
Lancaster University
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]

Notes and References

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