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Steve Shirley will take responsibility for the pet retailer’s 457 stores across the UK.
Shirley will administer the retail operations and field teams at a moment where Pets at Home continues to expand its holdings nationwide.
He will report to Lisa Miao, Pets at Home’s Chief Operating Officer Retail.
After serving as Vice-President of Wholesale and Convenience for British supermarket chain Asda, Steve Shirley brings over 30 years of experience in retail operations. His expertise includes managing the end-to-end operating model and proposition of Asda Express convenience stores.
He has also served as the Vice-President of Retail Operations at Asda and held other senior positions across the UK.
“I’m very excited to be joining Pets. Not many businesses can provide such a rich offer, combining health, grooming and retail all under one brand,” Shirley said.
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