The Body Shop has expanded its leadership with two new appointments as the embattled British retailer continues to course correct its operations following its bankruptcy last year. The Body Shop, now owned by global private equity group Auréa, said in a statement that this was a pivotal step in the brand’s “next chapter of purpose-led growth and operational excellence”. He joins from beauty giant L’Occitane Group, where he most recently served as Global Marketing Director. Sabbe added: “I am thrilled to join The Body Shop at such a pivotal time and on the cusp of its 50th anniversary. The store closures and job cuts came after a period of financial challenges for The Body Shop, including multiple consecutive quarters of losses with former owner Natura & Co.