Country Road Group restructure will affect NZ operation, analyst says

Country Road Group owns the Country Road, Mimco, Trenery, Politix and Witchery brands. (Image: NZME)

Thu, 03 Oct 2024

The restructuring of clothing and accessories retailer Country Road Group will affect the company’s operation in New Zealand, a retail analyst says.On Wednesday, the Australian reported group chief executive Raju Vuppalapati told Melbourne staff they needed to embrace a “mindset shift” as the company restructured.“We need to change our operating model, an end-to-end relook on structure, how we work together … and ensure all brands grow,” he reportedly said.Juanita Neville-Te Rito, who is the managing di...

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