The UK convenience store group recruits Michael Fletcher to top job
Michael Fletcher has been appointed as the new managing director of convenience store group Spar UK Ltd.
With over two decades of experience, Fletcher brings a wealth of knowledge from various high-profile roles within the convenience and grocery retail sectors, the group said in a statement.
Fletcher spent 22 years at Tesco plc, where he held numerous senior commercial roles in the UK, Ireland and Asia.
He joined Co-op Retail in 2013 where he held the position of chief commercial officer before moving on to become CEO of Nisa Wholesale, a role he held until 2022.
Since leaving Nisa, Fletcher has taken on several non-executive director and board advisory roles.
Nick Bunker, non-executive chair, Spar Food Distributors Ltd, said: “Michael has outstanding credentials in commercial, retail and FMCG sectors, with experience across various trading environments.
“His professional capabilities and high standards consistently drive excellent business performance and operational resilience. We are delighted with his appointment and look forward his lasting and positive contribution to the Spar business.”
Commenting on his appointment, Fletcher added: “Spar is a globally recognised and respected brand, and I am thrilled to join the team. I look forward to supporting the ongoing strengthening and development of the Spar proposition in the UK.”
Fletcher will take up the role on 22 November 2024.
Spar is the leading convenience group in the UK with approximately 2,500 Spar and Eurospar stores, employing over 40,000 people. Its combined turnover is in excess of £3.7 billion in the UK.
Spar is a symbol group, which means individual Spar retailers remain independent but enjoy access to a range of supporting services, including providing the store fascia, access to own label products, national marketing & digital programme, collective buying, promotions, technology, and logistical support.
