Phil
Anderson Joins PJH as Group Commercial Director
Phil
Anderson has joined the PJH Group,
the Bolton-based bathroom, kitchen and appliance specialist, as group
commercial director.
Phil
(45) complements the board through his extensive sales, marketing and
trading expertise. This includes UK and European FMCG experience with
market leader, Gillette and his strong retail experience with both Thorntons
- where he headed up the UK commercial trading and marketing function
- and Littlewoods, where, as group marketing director he played a key
role in delivering an improved trading performance. Phil’s strong
brand and own-brand marketing and retail skills will specifically add
a new ingredient to the executive management team at the PJH Group.
As new commercial director, Phil’s overall goals will be to drive
PJH Group sales and profits through the company’s trading divisions,
Hopkinsons Fourways - the national kitchen and bathroom distribution specialist,
and In-Store - the specialist bathroom retail category management and
supply chain logistics division.
Phil commented: ‘I was attracted to join the PJH Group due to its
strong expertise in global sourcing and supply chain management, the quality
of its management and its strong business trading partnerships. This has
enabled the business to deliver significant profitable growth – with
the sales rising from £100m in 2000, to £151m in 2004. These
are very exciting times as PJH seeks to profitably grow its business through
several key new initiatives, including the development of an even stronger
customer focus and level of service.’
Previous commercial director, Andrew Yates, who now takes up the role
of chief executive, said: ‘The new Board of Directors will continue
to grow the business, looking to increase sales to £190m over the
next three years. Although consumer spending has recently softened, the
long term view is that it will increase in the kitchen and bathroom market
and we are well positioned to satisfy this demand.’
Tel: 01204 707070
Web: http://www.pjh.co.uk
Appointments
at Broughton Crangrove
Broughton Crangrove Galley Matrix has masde a number of recent appointments, including Ian Cunningham as area sales manager for the East Midlands, Mike Mitchell as Northern Regional sales manager and Spencer Evans as Business Development Manager, Kitchen Division.
(L-R):
Ian
Cunningham, Mike
Mitchell, Spencer Evans
Ian
Cunningham has a wealth of knowledge and experience of the industry, having
worked for an independent merchant and, most recently, Jewson.
Chris Honer, sales director at Broughton Crangrove, said:
'Ian joins us at an exciting time in our development, and I am sure he
will be a great asset for Mike Mitchell's Northern sales team'
Ian Cunningham added:
'This is an excellent opportunity for me to join a company recognised
as the market leader in distribution, and I look forward to contributing
to the ongoing success of the company.'
Mike Mitchell, previously BCGM's Midlands area sales manager, has been
promoted to Northern Regional Sales Manager. Mike will be responsible
for managing and developing the northern region of the country, driving
sales and developing new and existing business, working alongside the
eight area sales managers covering the north of England.
BCGM sales director Chris Honer said:
'Mike's professional experience, knowledge and expertise will greatly
assist him in his new role. His promotion is well deserved, and I am looking
forward to working with Mike in his new position. Together our ambition
is to develop the strongest Northern sales team in the industry'.
Spencer Evans, who has been with the company for 11 years, most recently
covering London, has been promoted to Business Development Manager, Kitchen
Division. Prior to joining Broughton Crangrove, Spencer spent several
years in the kitchen industry, working for a reputable showroom and appliance
retailer.
In his new role Spencer will be focusing on the recently launched Sigma
3 ranges of rigid kitchens, as well as working alongside colleagues developing
the Franke sink brand.
BCGM sales director Chris Honer said
'I believe that having specialist product managers assisting their colleagues
in each of our sectors is vital in building strong customer loyalty. I
very much look forward to working with Spencer to create a strong kitchen
furniture division for BCGM.'
http://www.broughtoncrangrove.co.uk
http://www.galleymatrix.co.uk
Aqualux
Boosts Southern Sales Team
Aqualux
continues to strengthen its sales team to keep up with demand for its
products.
Glenn Payne is the second new member to join the sales team at the UK
bath screen and shower surround manufacturer since January.
Glenn, 29, joins Aqualux as area sales manager for London and East Anglia
and will bring a strong background of bathroom retail to complement Aqualux's
manufacturing expertise.
With a degree in Interior Design and previous retail experience from Kohler
Mira, Glenn is perfectly equipped to boost sales in the South East, especially
with the recent launch of Aqualux's new Walk-In shower enclosure with
Wet Room fitting options.
This stylish new enclosure is the latest product in Aqualux's design-led
product range. With minimal, contemporary styling, the Walk-In enclosure
gives a spacious showering experience.
Commenting on his appointment, Glenn said ‘I can't wait to get stuck
into my new role. We've got so many great products which are competitively
priced, they virtually sell themselves. It's really exciting to be working
for a company where I really believe in the quality of the products I'm
promoting.’
Tel: 0870 241 6131
Web: http://www.aqualux.co.uk
Bushboard
Appoints New Southern Key Accounts Manager
Bushboard,
manufacturer of anti bacterial worktops, splashbacks and upstands, has
appointed Hayley King as Southern Key Accounts Manger. Hayley's new role
will include managing and supporting 12 key accounts and developing new
business opportunities.
Hayley, 32, received her promotion after extensive key accounts training
and is now keen to demonstrate her knowledge by fulfilling her new role.
Prior to spending five years selling Twyford Bathrooms to Housing Developers,
Local Authorities ond Builders Merchants, Hayley worked in specification.
Hayley spends her spare time horse racing, clay shooting, watching Rugby,
walking her dog and is a member of Hitchin Tilehouse Rotary Club.
Bushboard's Omega and Odyssey collections exclusively offer kitchen worksurfaces
containing Microban® Antibacterial Protection, built-into the surface
during manufacture Microban® protection will last the lifetime of
the product. In addition, Bushboard's Prima collection is available in
both 3 and 4 metre lengths providing a cost effective and flexible worktop
collection.
Hayley comments: 'Bushboard is an impressive manufacturer and I'm proud
to be part of such a successful team. I look forward to the challenges
that my new role may bring.'
Tel: 01933 232 242
Web: http://www.bushboard.co.uk
Style
Products Bolsters SIAMP Sales Team
Bathroom
supplier Style Products Ltd has appointed
Pete Mersh as National Account Manager for SIAMP.
Pete, who has a great deal of industry experience, joins Style Products
from Mark Two, where he worked as Area Sales Manager and Business Development
Manager respectively.
Style Products is the UK's only supplier of SIAMP WC products and Pete
is tasked with building this side of the business.
Of his appointment, Pete, said: ‘I am delighted to be working on
supplying SIAMP products to the UK market. I intend to create further
brand awareness of SIAMP and ultimately take SIAMP products to more and
more bathroom businesses across the UK.’
Style Products Managing Director, Stuart Lorne, added: ‘We are pleased
to welcome Pete to the Style Products team and look forward to working
with him.
‘At Style Products we offer only the highest quality bathroom suites
from continental Europe and the addition of SIAMP to our product offering
means we can now offer bathroom fittings which are both high quality and
great value which will allow us to further increase our market share in
this area.’
SIAMP offers a range of products which include cistern fittings, inlet
and outlet valves, concealed cisterns and wall hanging frames. For more
information on SIAMP products contact Pete at Style Products on 0161 205
1200.
Shaws
Appoints New National Sales Manager
Lancashire
based sink manufacturer, Shaws, has
appointed Emma Irving as its new UK sales manager.
Emma will be responsible for developing the Shaws brand in the kitchen
retail sector.
This will include promoting the company’s collection of handcrafted
fireclay ceramic sinks to existing and new customers throughout the UK.
Emma brings a wealth of experience in kitchen retail, having previously
worked for the Ramsbottom Kitchen Company.
Emma lives in Bury, Lancashire, and in her spare time is a keen gardener
and artist – she studied textile design at college and has now turned
her creative talents to painting.
Web: http://www.shawsofdarwen.com
Maytag
UK Appoints New National Account Manager
The
American appliance manufacturer, Maytag UK,
is ramping up its operation with a new addition to the national account
team with the appointment of Simon Starkie.
Simon joins with a wealth of experience in consumer electronics and most
recently with Sony. Here his national account responsibilities included
the car importer channel and latterly the Department Stores Channel in
the UK.
Simon joins the team with responsibility for the multiples. He says of
his appointment,
'I am really excited about the opportunity with Maytag. My background
and experience provides a solid foundation on which to contribute to Maytag’s
future.
'Maytag is a dynamic and focused company that offers a challenging role
alongside a premium quality and comprehensive product range. I look forward
to building the business with a team that has tremendous energy and commitment
to achieve all of the company’s objectives and customer goals.'
Julie Blaylock, Sales Director, Maytag UK comments, ‘This is an important
step in the re-organisation of personnel and resources for the company
to meet the changing needs of the industry. Simon’s addition brings
extensive knowledge and experience and demonstrates our continuing commitment
to optimise all levels of service and working more closely with customers.’
New
National Sales Manager at PWS
David
MacArthur has been appointed National Sales Manager at PWS.
David joins PWS following extensive sales management expertise with a
number of global companies, including Raleigh Ltd and Mattel.
With a wealth of experience in customer and man management across a number
of business sectors David is looking forward to using his skills to make
a strong contribution to PWS' continued growth as a business.
Comments John Lennon, Sales & Marketing Director at PWS, 'The position
of National Sales Manager at PWS is a key role and I am confident David
has the knowledge and skills to drive forward our planned programme of
product and sales development'.
David takes over from Derrick Smith, who after 10 years at PWS' sales
helm has set up his own interiors business.
Reginox
UK Appoints New Area Sales Manager
Sinks,
taps and accessories manufacturer, Reginox UK
Ltd, has expanded its sales team through the appointment of
Lis Perry as area sales manager.
Covering the North West and Yorkshire, Lis has a brief that encompasses
the development of Reginox UK business amongst house builders, merchants,
independent kitchen retailers and manufacturers within the region. Her
appointment sees the Reginox UK sales team growing to a total of seven
people.
Prior to joining Reginox UK, Lis was regional sales manager for a national
kitchen manufacturer, where she had responsibility for developing contracts
with house builders and developers. She has also previously worked in
kitchen sales for Jewson, where her target market included small to medium
sized builders.
Dave Mayer, Reginox UK's sales and marketing director, comments, ‘Lis'
background in kitchen sales combined with the experience she has gained
within our targets markets made her the ideal candidate for the role.
She is well established within the North West and Yorkshire regions and
I have no doubt that she will be a strong asset to the Reginox UK sales
team.’
Reginox UK Ltd provides a complete range of quality, stylish and functional
sinks, taps and accessories. Its products are specified by many top UK
companies and Reginox is committed to ongoing product development and
design to help meet the requirements of its customers.
Tel: 01260 280 033
Email: mailto:sales@reginox.co.uk
New
Area Sales Manager for Utopia
Utopia
has announced the appointment of Robin Hughes as Area Sales Manager with
responsibility for the South Eastern region.
Joining from Villeroy & Boch Wellness where he was Business Development
Manager, and having previously worked for Heritage Bathrooms as Commercial
Manager, Robin brings a wealth of related experience to his new role.
Commenting on his new position, Robin said:
‘Working for the undisputed leader in the bathroom furniture sector
will be a very stimulating challenge.
'There are lots of exciting new products in the pipeline and I am really
looking forward to making a positive contribution to the future success
of this dynamic company.’
New
Marketing Assistant for Utopia
Nicole
Palmer has joined Utopia, the bathroom
furniture manufacturer, in the newly created role of Marketing Assistant.
Based in the busy Marketing Department, Nicole will be responsible for
managing incoming enquiries and for day to day liaison with showrooms
regarding displays and design-related matters.
Nicole will also handle a variety of administrative duties in the department,
in addition to organising the popular Open Days which are held on a monthly
basis for displaying retailers and installers.
Originally from Surrey, Nicole studied Textiles & Marketing at university
before working abroad for four years in a variety of roles in the tourism
industry. On her return to the UK, Nicole moved to Bournemouth to take
up an administrative position with a major chain within the leisure industry.
Commenting on her appointment, Nicole said, ‘I am really looking
forward to challenge of working in such a busy, stimulating environment.
One of my particular interests is interior design and there will be plenty
of creative opportunities for me here at Utopia.’