Senior Kmart exec to take over in August.

 

Wesfarmers today announced a leadership transition at Officeworks, with Sarah Hunter (pictured) to step down as managing director in August. 

 

Hunter will be succeeded by John Gualtieri, the CEO of Kmart and Target, who currently reports to the managing director of the Kmart Group, Aleksandra Spaseska.  

 

Wesfarmers managing director Rob Scott said: “For more than six years, Sarah has played a pivotal role in driving Officeworks’ evolution and growth

 

“Since joining the group in 2010, Sarah has created value for shareholders across a range of senior roles, including at Coles as the program director of its demerger from Wesfarmers in 2018. We thank Sarah for her many contributions to the group and wish her well in the next phase of her career.” 

 

Hunter said she was proud to have played a role in Officeworks’ success in recent years.  “It has been a privilege to lead Officeworks. Since 2019, we have grown revenue by over eight per cent per annum and made good progress on our strategic agenda,” 

 

Hunter said: “Now is the right time for me to take on a new challenge, and I look forward to following Officeworks’ continued success under John’s leadership.” 

 

Scott added: “John joins Officeworks at an exciting time, with the business focused on strengthening its omnichannel customer experience, transforming its technology offer and scaling its business-to-business operations.”