Chief executive Steve Johnson brings in new recruit to help turn around the business.
Robert McDonald will take up his position as finance director at Woolworths on November 3. He joins the company from Punch Taverns, where he held the same title, and will replace Stephen East.

Mr McDonald said: "I am excited to be joining Woolworths. I share Steve's belief that three is space on the high street for a successful home-based variety store and I look forward to joining the team leading the turnaround of this iconic retail business."