IDS strengthens leadership team with three key appointments

Specialized distributor of surface materials IDS has announced the appointment of three key executives to its leadership team, strengthening the company’s capabilities in sales, marketing and finance.

Tariq Ahmad joins IDS as Sales Director and brings more than 30 years of sales experience in the construction industry. Having held a senior role at Twyford Bathrooms for 28 years and most recently as Sales & Marketing Director at Polypipe Building Products, Tariq will lead sales strategies across IDS’s extensive product portfolio across laminates, worktops, flooring, decorative panels, solid surfaces and wall panels.

Chris Coxon has been appointed to the role of Marketing and Commercial Director, having demonstrated a wealth of experience and a strong track record in senior marketing roles over the past 15 years. His appointment underlines IDS’ commitment to driving business growth and brand awareness in its target markets and product categories. Before joining IDS, Chris held senior positions as Head of Marketing at Algeco and Group Head of Marketing at Eurocell.

Stefanie Wright has been welcomed as the new chief financial officer of IDS, bringing with her extensive expertise in the logistics and distribution sector. With six years of experience at NRS Healthcare, a leading provider of independent living products and services, Stefanie is well versed in the requirements of Private Equity backed companies. Her finance career includes roles at British Midlands International and EasyJet, in addition to jobs at PE-backed Belrock and Phones 4U.

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