UK retailer Marks and Spencer has appointed former John Lewis executive Robert Weston as brand director for its foods arm.

The company told just-food today (6 May) that, in the newly-created role, Weston will report to executive director of marketing Steve Sharpe.

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Weston was previously head of strategy and international development at John Lewis.

His responsibilities will include developing and coordinating its brand and marketing strategy in M&S’ food division. The move is part of chief executive Marc Bolland’s plans to establish the retailer’s “clear market position as a specialist, high quality food retailer focusing on freshness, speciality and convenience”.

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