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Co-op re-brands Nisa as re-organisation continues

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The Co-op is re-organising its supply chain to independent retailers by re-branding Nisa’s wholesale operation as Co-op Wholesale. But there are no plans to change the Nisa fascia, the company says. Katie Secretan, previously retail and sales director for Nisa, has been made managing director…

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