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Manish Kapoor, who led Pepe Jeans London as managing director and chief executive officer, will be joining Marks & Spencer (M&S) India as its new MD, effective from April 2025.
Mark Lemming, Managing Director – International Marks & Spencer, said, “Our international business reset prioritizes strategic action to build a strong foundation for sustainable growth. Manish Kapoor’s expertise in the Indian retail market will be invaluable as we continue to expand our footprint and enhance our customer experience in India.”
Kapoor will report to Mark Lemming and will lead M&S’s India operations, strategy, and business growth initiatives. His appointment marks a significant step in reinforcing the brand’s commitment to the Indian market, where M&S has steadily expanded its retail and digital presence.
Kapoor’s appointment is part of M&S’ broader international business reset, focused on capital-light partnerships and a multi-platform online strategy for sustainable long-term expansion.
Kapoor began his career as a store merchandiser at Pantaloon Retail India and then joined Madura Garments as a retail manager. Then, he joined Benetton Group as zonal head – West and South India and then rose to the position of business head – South East Asia and Australia. He also worked at Brand Marketing India and then joined Pepe Jeans London.
