New MD

Dominick Sandford has been promoted to managing director of IronmongeryDirect and ElectricalDirect – divisions of the Manutan Group.

Having been at the company for over five years and with a broad background in category management, supply chain, sales and marketing, Dominick’s aim is to drive the two businesses forward and continue their ‘trusted to deliver’ ethos.

The appointment follows current managing director, Marco Verdonkschot’s promotion to chief operating officer for Manutan Group, where he will oversee the operations of all companies within the Manutan family, which includes IronmongeryDirect and ElectricalDirect.

Dominick said: “I am extremely honoured to receive this promotion and the opportunity to build on the very solid foundations that Marco has put in place over the last two years. I will continue to instil our company values to lead a successful and motivated workforce to grow and develop the businesses, underpinned with a best-in-class service for our trade customers.”