Jérôme Gilg exits Manor, Roland Armbruster to take over

What: After 20 years at Maus Frères group including 4 years leading Manor, Jérôme Gilg will be replaced by Roland Armbruster starting 1 February. 

Why it is important: Armbruster will be responsible for further strengthening the differentiation and attractiveness of the department store. In addition to the development of the product range, his priorities will include the expansion of digitalisation and the simplification of processes, with the aim of creating more agility while strengthening the service provided to customers.

Roland Armbruster, currently CEO of Gruppo Coin, has over 20 years of experience in the retail industry. He has held various management positions, including CEO, COO, Director of Strategy and Head of Business Development during his professional career, which included stints at KaDeWe, Karstadt, De Bijenkorf and Breuninger.