Jonny McQuarrie leaves Booker to become Tesco CEO central Europe

Booker’s chief operating officer Jonny McQuarrie is taking over as Tesco’s CEO of central Europe, succeeding Matt Simister.

McQuarrie (pictured) spent three years as COO of Booker, before which he was retail director for Tesco convenience and One Stop Stores. In total he has worked for Tesco for more than 23 years. During that time, his roles have included managing director of One Stop Stores and Jack’s, and operations director of the London region and the national Extra network.

Simister announced his departure from Tesco in May. He is to take on the role of group chief executive of European pet food company Fressnapf.

McQuarrie’s replacement at Booker has not yet been named.