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Discounter on hunt for new chief merchandiser
The chief merchandising officer of Dollar General Corp. is retiring. The retailer announced that James “Jim” W. Thorpe, executive VP and chief merchandising officer, will retire from Dollar General effective April 15, 2017. Dollar General said it has started a search for a successor and will consider both internal and external candidates for the job. -
Leadership changes at home furnishings retailer
New leaders are set to take the reins at Pottery Barn and its sister brands. The company announced that Sandra Stangl, president of Pottery Barn Brands, which includes Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids and PBTeen, is resigning from the company on March 31, 2017, after 23 years of service.