The IBC Buying Group is proud to announce the appointment of Paul Hetherington MBA FIoD as its new Non-Executive Chairman.
Paul’s vast leadership experience and strategic insights will play a pivotal role in driving IBC’s mission to deliver growth, value and influence for its members and suppliers while reflecting the organisation’s “ambition to strengthen its position as the UK’s leading buying group for independent builders’ merchants and suppliers.”
In his role, Paul will focus on expanding member services and enhancing IBC’s offer to meet the evolving needs of its members and supplier partners. He and the digital team “will leverage new technologies to improve operational efficiencies and deliver a seamless experience for members, while building collaborative, long-lasting relationships that create mutual value and growth opportunities.”
These initiatives “align with IBC’s vision to empower members with greater influence in the industry while fostering a stronger, more resilient community of independent merchants.”
Paul is a respected leader in the industry, having had a distinguished career in the construction, manufacturing and merchanting industries. His extensive experience includes leading prominent businesses in the sector, including Marshall Tufflex, and being Chairman of a successful online merchant. He served as Non-Executive Director for the BRE Group, as well as spending six years as a Non-Executive Director at the Builders’ Merchants Federation, contributing to its transformation into a mass membership body.
Paul said: “In my new role as Non-Executive Chairman of IBC Buying Group I am looking forward to working with the team to put our members at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to evolve and meet the needs of an ever-changing industry, I am committed to driving a strategy that truly prioritises our members’ interests and helps to bring them growth and success.”
Vick Patel, CEO of IBC Buying Group and Chairman of Allneeds Group (IBC’s parent company), said: “Following a detailed consultation with our members over the last year on ways we can deliver ever greater value, we are thrilled to have Paul join us as Non-Executive Chairman. His expertise and strategic vision will be instrumental as we drive exceptional value for our members and suppliers.”
With Vick’s leadership and Paul’s support, IBC Buying Group says it is “poised to embark on an exciting new chapter of growth, innovation, and collaboration,” with this appointment “reaffirming IBC’s commitment to empowering independent builders’ merchants and suppliers across the UK.”
For more information about the benefits of joining IBC Buying Group, visit www.ibcbuyinggroup.com.
