Caterforce has appointed Iain Julier as its new trading controller in order to strengthen its head office team, with the former Booker employee now set to work with key stakeholders to develop and implement category plans, hit commercial targets, and deliver the buying strategy for the group.
He joins the buying group with over 26 years of purchasing experience in retail, wholesale, and foodservice, having previously worked at Booker Wholesale, Iceland Supermarkets and Tassal Limited specialising in fresh and frozen fish buying.
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Julier said: “I am delighted to be part of the central buying team at Caterforce. The group has been going through a strong period of growth recently with two new members joining last year and ongoing investment in technology it feels like a really exciting time to join. “
Caterforce managing director Gary Mullineux added: “We are thrilled to welcome Iain to the Caterforce team. I have no doubt that his many years of experience will strengthen the buying team and he will be a great asset to the group. Our members will benefit significantly from Iain’s expertise, and we look forward to working with him.”