CHADWICKS of Bury has appointed John Harrison as technical sales manager for Australia and New Zealand as part of the firm’s growth strategy.
The pre-cut lid and shrink sleeve manufacturer, which is part of the Clondalkin Group, said John will be responsible for managing Chadwicks’ current business, as well as growing its customer base in that part of the world. He has 30 years’ experience in the flexible packaging industry, which has included roles at Courtaulds, Huhtamaki and Amcor.
Born in Peru, John moved to Scotland as a teenager and completed his education in Edinburgh. He has lived in New Zealand for the last 25 years.
John said, “Chadwicks is renowned within the industry for its innovation and technical expertise. The business already has a strong commercial presence in Australia and New Zealand, and I am looking forward to supporting the company’s growth strategy and expanding the Chadwicks brand.”
Alastair Bearman, sales and marketing director added, “Australia and New Zealand have always been important markets for Chadwicks and offer good growth potential. It is important for us to develop strong relationships with our customers to ensure that we continue to offer added value, so having the right calibre of personnel on the ground is essential. We are delighted to have attracted someone of John’s skill-set and experience to the team.”
