Woolies appoints ex-boss as an adviser

Former Woolworths chief executive Roger Corbett has been brought back into the fold as an adviser to the struggling retailer's board.

Woolworths has appointed former chief executive Roger Corbett as an adviser to the retailer's board.

Mr Corbett, who was the supermarket giant's chief executive from 1999 to 2006, will advise the board from December 1.

"Mr Corbett will advise the board on issues relating to the performance of the company and business improvement opportunities," a statement from Woolworths said.

"He will also be a mentor to senior management."

Prior to leading the group, Mr Corbett was a Woolworths executive director and managing director of BIG W in 1990 and head of retail for the group from 1997 to 1999.

Chairman Gordon Cairns said Mr Corbett was uniquely placed and eminently qualified to provide insight and advice to both the board and senior management as Woolworths undergoes a transformation.


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