Abercrombie & Fitch Co. has announced the appointment of Andrew Clarke to its board of directors, effective August 21.

Clarke is the global president of Mars snacking, a division of Mars. In this role, which he has held since 2018, Clarke is responsible for overseeing the U.S. giant’s snack brands.

With more than 30 years in consumer-focused industries, with the last 24 years at Mars in roles of increasing responsibility, Clarke started with Mars in UK sales, before moving into various general management and regional roles across Europe and Latin America.

From here, he took on a global role as chief customer and marketing officer before moving into his current position, which is based in Chicago.

In addition, the executive has spent more than nine years on the Mars leadership team.

Clarke started his career at British retailer Marks & Spencer.

“We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s board of directors. With decades of executive experience in consumer goods and a deep understanding of consumers around the world, he will bring a dynamic, global perspective as we navigate the company’s next chapter of growth,” said Nigel Travis, chairperson of the board.

“His strategic capabilities, diverse geographic experience, work in a multi-brand environment and track-record of successfully driving growth will be a tremendous asset to the board and company.”

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a U.S.-based youth apparel retailer which operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister.

In its most recent trading update in May, Abercrombie said revenue rose for the sixth straight quarter to $1 billion, with profit improving on fewer promotions and clearance deals.

Same-store sales at the Abercrombie namesake brand climbed 29% in the period. Hollister’s comparable-store sales were up 13%.