Asda poaches Tesco veteran for new chief people officer

Asda executive chairman Allan Leighton said: “I’m looking forward to welcoming James to Asda later this year. He brings a huge amount of experience with him and will be a vital part of the leadership team as we continue to rebuild and deliver on our ambition to once again be the best place to work in the UK.”

Goodman said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Asda and – most of all – being able to introduce myself to the wonderful colleagues that power Asda day in and day out.

“Asda is a great business and I can’t wait to roll my sleeves up and join Allan and the rest of the leadership team on our mission to return Asda to where it belongs, as a champion for hard working families and a brilliant place to work.”