Tesco has created a new role that will see clothing executive Jill Easterbrook head both its Ireland unit and One Stop convenience chain in the UK.
A spokesperson for Tesco added: “She will be bringing together a lot of business units. The role itself is new and she will be looking after a number of teams.”
Reports said Easterbrook would also take on responsibility for Tesco Mobile. However, the spokesperson said this appointment had not been confirmed.