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Caterforce Hires Former Booker Exec To Strengthen Buying Team

Buying and marketing group Caterforce has appointed a new Trading Controller for its head office team in Macclesfield, Cheshire.

Iain Julier has joined the business with over 26 years of purchasing experience in retail, wholesale, and foodservice, having previously worked at Booker Wholesale, Iceland Supermarkets and Tassal specialising in fresh and frozen fish buying.

As Trading Controller, he will be tasked with developing and implementing category plans, hitting commercial targets, and delivering the buying strategy for the group.

“I am delighted to be part of the central buying team at Caterforce,” said Julier. “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. “

Gary Mullineux, Managing Director 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.”