In a strategic move to bolster its senior management, the John Lewis Partnership announces pivotal appointments to lead the John Lewis department stores/webstore business. This significant step aims to address challenges and initiate a turnaround for the renowned retailer.
Peter Ruis, a seasoned executive with over three decades of leadership in major retailers and brands, assumes the role of Executive Director. Ruis, renowned for his transformative stint as CEO at Jigsaw, brings invaluable expertise, having expanded the brand globally and showcased it at London Fashion Week. His recent role as CEO at Indigo plc in Canada, navigating through pandemic challenges, underscores his strategic leadership.
Ruis, familiar with John Lewis from his previous directorial role during its peak, played a pivotal part in the retailer’s transformation, culminating in being crowned Retailer of the Year in 2013. His contributions encompassed modernizing the business proposition, establishing omnichannel leadership, and introducing hallmark Christmas adverts.
Joining forces with Ruis is Naomi Simcock, appointed as Operations Director. Formerly serving as Interim Executive Director, Simcock collaborates closely with Ruis, overseeing John Lewis Retail and Supply Chain. Her dedication and contributions during the interim period have earned recognition from Partnership CEO Nish Kankiwala.
The John Lewis Partnership places its confidence in the extensive retail expertise and proven leadership of Ruis and Simcock to navigate current challenges successfully. Kankiwala expresses certainty in their ability to bring a fresh perspective and a passionate commitment to the John Lewis brand and the Partnership model.
These appointments arrive at a critical juncture, signifying the commitment of John Lewis to rejuvenate operations and reaffirm its standing as a retail leader.
Explore the new era of leadership at John Lewis, marked by strategic vision and expertise, as the retailer embarks on a journey of revitalization.
