Ex Makro man Jacobs lands Moneysupermarket.com role

PRICE comparison website Moneysupermarket.com has appointed Kenny Jacobs as its marketing director.

Mr Jacobs, currently brand communication director at Tesco, is taking over from David Osborne who is leaving the business at the end of the year.

Prior to joining Tesco, Ireland-born Mr Jacobs worked for Salford-based wholesale group Makro as UK customer director. He will take up his new role with Deeside-based Moneysupermarket.com on December 1.

Peter Plumb, chief executive said: “Kenny brings great experience of managing one of the biggest consumer brands. He also brings a deep knowledge of consumers, brand management, as well as a sound understanding of our business and brand and I am delighted he is joining us.”