Management Shake Up At David Jones As Two Major Executives Quit
A management shake up at David Jones sees two executives leave the company including their Head of Fashion, Donna Player, who was a front row fixture last week at Fashion Week Australia.
Ms Player is considered one of the most powerful women in fashion retail with over 30 years experience, she joined David Jones in 2012.
David Jones’ Head of Fashion Donna Player (left) is leaving the company after joining in 2012
She was responsible for what brands of clothing, footwear, accessories, home and food merchandise were sold in-store and online at the South African chain and was often spotted front row at fashion shows, including at Fashion Week Australia in Sydney last week.
The departing fashion industry icon will be replaced by David Collins who has 25 years experience in senior merchandise and commercial retail roles
Also leaving is David Robinson who had been with the company for over 18 years, most recently as the chief marketing officer, a David Jones’ spokesperson confirmed this to Fairfax Media on Tuesday.
He had been interested in expanding David Jones’ reach using social media channels and other publishing ventures.
The management shake up comes after Woolworths took over David Jones in 2014 for $2.2 billion. Former Marks & Spencer executive John Dixon took over as chief executive to revitalise the brand.
Mr Dixon thanked Ms Player and Mr Robinson for their ‘strong contribution to the business’.
Also leaving is David Robinson (far left) who had been with the company for over 18 years, most recently as the chief marketing officer.
‘Our business is undergoing a significant transformation and the changes announced today will deliver a world-class leadership team,’ he said via a statement.
‘The creation of two new executive roles, combined with the introduction of new skills and experience, reflects key areas of strategic focus and will extend our capabilities during this exciting phase of the business’ development.’
The South African chain is now looking to focus on their online presence with a new executive position announced to focus exclusively on their online reach and e-store.
David Jones is owned by Woolworths Holdings, not the Australian-listed Woolworths Limited.
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