Tag Archives: Promotion

Former armed forces engineer Jake Woodcock has completed a 16-year journey from Warehouse Operative to head of distribution at BSS. Jake joined the HVAC, plumbing and pipeline specialist merchant in 2010 after five years with The British Army, where he served in the Corps of Royal Engineers. His latest promotion …

National Timber Systems (NTS) has announced the promotion of divisional production manager Andrew Watters to production director. This latest appointment follows Premier Forest Product’s acquisition of NTS at the start of the year, safeguarding its operations in Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle and Catterick. In his new role, Watters will take on …

Builders merchant Elliotts has launched a new Help You Build Guarantee. The guarantee, available across Elliotts’ branch network, covers product availability, delivery performance and pricing. Under the new Help You Build Guarantee: If a guaranteed-range product is unavailable when a customer arrives to collect it, Elliotts will get it to …

Civils and drainage specialist, Keyline, has promoted Dave Ganley to regional director for the north. He will be responsible for 280 employees, 21 branches and two dedicated sales offices across the company’s northern region, which extends from Inverness in Scotland to Worcestershire in the south. The promotion is the latest …

Manufacturer Catnic has partnered with Travis Perkins builders merchants to support tradespeople in tackling tool theft. A Catnic and wienerberger Prize Draw will take place across Travis Perkins from June 1 to July 31. Travis Perkins Trade Account customers who purchase Catnic or wienerberger products in a single transaction will be automatically …

Premier Forest Products has announced the promotion of chief financial officer (CFO) Neil Davies to chief financial and operating officer (CFOO). In his expanded role, he will oversee both financial strategy and day-to-day operations, ensuring closer alignment between the company’s financial planning and operational delivery. His responsibilities will include continued …

Long Rake Spar has announced the promotion of Dan McMahon to senior area sales manager. In his new role, McMahon will take on increased responsibility within the sales function, supporting the company’s continued growth and strengthening its presence across key markets. Group sales director, Shane McCormick commented: “Dan’s progression within …

Brett Martin has promoted Neil Antrobus to regional sales manager within its Plumbing and Drainage division. Antrobus will lead a team of six business development managers in the central region, identifying new sales opportunities and supporting existing merchant partners.  The promotion follows colleague Paul Wadsworth’s recent promotion to national sales …

Wolseley Group has announced a refreshed UK operating structure designed to better meet the needs of its customers across its core markets. The updated structure introduces four customer-focused divisions, Local, Contract, Infrastructure and Specialist Businesses, strengthening Wolseley’s ability to support customers ranging from sole traders to national contractors and major …

Long Rake Spar has announced the promotion of Shane McCormick to group sales director, effective February 2 2026. In his new role, McCormick will take responsibility for leading the wider group sales strategy, supporting the company’s growth plans while maintaining Long Rake Spar’s focus on service, quality and trusted relationships. …