Scotmid Co-op has revealed that chief operating officer Karen Scott will become its new chief executive next August.
Scott, the former head of SemiChem, has 36 years’ experience in retail – 22 of those with the society.
She will remain in her current role until May, when she will become chief executive designate, while current boss John Brodie transitions into retirement over the summer.
Scott said: “It really is an honour to be appointed to this position. It is a huge responsibility to take over from John next year.
“Obviously it is a major step up to be CEO, but I am ready for all the challenges that lie ahead.”
Jim Watson, President of Scotmid, added: “Karen has impressed the board over a number of years with her work at SemiChem and retail in general.
“She further enhanced the board’s positive impression of her during the interview process and we had no hesitation in making this appointment.”
Scotmid Co-operative employs 4,000 people in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the north of England, across nearly 290 retail outlets.
