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Foodstuffs South Island Appoints Chris Day As Chief Financial Officer

Feb 03, 2025•11 months ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Foodstuffs South Island

Chris Day
ChristchurchGroceryFood and BeverageRetail

Description

Foodstuffs South Island has appointed Chris Day as Chief Financial Officer following an executive search conducted by SEQEL Partners. Chris Day has an impressive career spanning senior leadership roles at Z Energy NZ, Contact Energy Ltd, AXA NZ and NZ Post. He brings valuable governance experience and a passion for building strong relationships.

Company Information

Company

Foodstuffs South Island

Location

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

About

Foodstuffs South Island is the leading grocery retailer for the South Island, with over 220 locally owned and operated stores across the region. The Co-operative spans the New World, PAK’nSAVE, Raeward Fresh, On the Spot, Henry’s BWS, Trents and Four Square brands and has been passionate about delivering on its mission to ‘Feed the South Island’.

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