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Wesfarmers Appoints Rachael Mc Vitty As Deputy Managing Director of Bunnings Group

PRIVATEAug 27, 2026about 2 hours ago

Position

Director

Company

Wesfarmers

Rachael McVitty
PerthRetail

Description

Wesfarmers has announced the appointment of Rachael McVitty as the Deputy Managing Director of Bunnings Group, effective August 27, 2026. She will succeed Michael Schneider as Managing Director on February 1, 2027, bringing her extensive leadership experience to the role.

Company Information

Company

Wesfarmers

Location

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

About

From its origins in 1914 as a Western Australian farmers' cooperative, Wesfarmers has grown into one of Australia's largest listed companies. With headquarters in Western Australia, its diverse business operations cover: home improvement and outdoor living; apparel and general merchandise; office supplies; and an Industrials division with businesses in chemicals, energy and fertilisers, and industrial and safety products. Wesfarmers is one of Australia's largest employers and has a shareholder base of approximately 484,000.

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