Dr. Beckmann Group, the maker of laundry and household cleaning products, has announced the appointment of David Shaw as its new Managing Director for the UK to support the brand’s growth ambitions.
Based at the company’s North-west headquarters in Irlam, Shaw will be tasked with “unlocking new opportunities” for the UK business. He will oversee all commercial operations while working with international teams to support Dr. Beckmann’s wider global plans.
Shaw has more than two decades of FMCG experience with senior roles at Procter & Gamble, and most recently Kraft Heinz. Dr. Beckmann noted that he is known for driving results and building strong, high-performing teams.
Nils Beckmann, CEO of Dr. Beckmann Group, said: “We are delighted to have gained such an experienced colleague as David for the UK market, which is so important to us. With his support, we will be able to fully tap into our potential in the UK in the coming years and achieve strong and sustainable growth.”
His arrival comes as the brand continues to grow its presence in the cleaning and laundry category, both in the UK and internationally.
Shaw commented: “I’m excited to join Dr. Beckmann at such a dynamic time. The brand has established a strong foundation in the UK, and my focus is to ensure we continue to thrive in this competitive landscape.
“I’m passionate about building consumer-obsessed teams, that can leverage category understanding and innovation to drive growth. The UK market is instrumental to Dr. Beckmann Group’s global success, and I look forward to collaborating with our talented people and partners to push boundaries and deliver exceptional results.”
