Asker leads KAS Group Asia (KGA) the exclusive sourcing arm of Kmart Group comprising the icon Australian retail brands Kmart and Target Australia. KGA sources US $3.0 bn of product and volume of 1 bn units a year from key markets in Asia. He leads the largest digital transformation programme across the Kmart Group seeking to digitise the end-to-end supply chain and co-sponsors the Group’s sustainability strategy.

Before joining KAS Group Asia, he worked for Maersk Line in Australia, Indonesia and Denmark. His practical approach, deep industry knowledge, and results-driven leadership make him a key asset in shaping the future of Kmart Group.

Asker is based in Hong Kong.

About Kmart Group (ASX:WES)

The Kmart Group, comprising Kmart and Target, was formed as the Department Stores division in February 2016 and rebranded to the Kmart Group in November 2018. The division operates over 460 stores across Australia and New Zealand and employs more than 50,000 team members with $10.5 Bn in revenues. We are one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing retailers who provide great value and on-trend products across apparel and general merchandise.