Hugh Browne

Hugh Browne is the Head of Food at WHSmith, a position they have held since 2024. They have extensive experience in the food and retail sectors, previously serving as a Commercial Strategy Manager at Sainsbury's from 2021 to 2025, where they managed the commercial strategy amid Brexit challenges. Hugh also worked as an Account Executive and Chef at Vallebona Ltd and has held various roles at Sainsbury's including Senior Buyer and Wine Buyer. They hold a Master of Arts degree in History and French from The University of Edinburgh, graduating with distinction in 2017, and earned a Diploma in Procurement with distinction from CIPS in 2020.