Merchant buying group H&B has announced the appointment of James Bridge as commercial director.
Bridge’s role will be in executing H&B’s future strategic direction, and delivering core trading deals for members alongside recently appointed managing director Richard Baldry and the H&B board.
Bridge comments: “I am delighted to become a part of H&B and bring with me many years of experience in the supply of heavy-side building materials. As a senior member of the H&B management team, I want to use my experience to further drive the group’s growth and value proposition to its members.”

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