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Ken Reidy

Ken Reidy

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Strategic Account Manager at BSW Timber Solutions Ltd

  • Education

    • Duncanrig Secondary School

      1973 - 1977

      Activities and Societies: Badminton at a decent level Swimming at a decent level

    • Buckinghamshire New University

      1985 - 1988
      B.Sc Timber Technology

  • Experience

    • Travis Perkins

      Jan 1988 - Jan 1990
      Various

      Area and Product Managers Positions

    • Harcros

      Jan 1990 - Jan 1993
      Sales

      Area ManagerProcurement Manager

    • Elementis Specialties

      Jan 1992 - Dec 1994
      Various

      formerly part of Harrison & Crossfield. Worked for Harcros in various roles ending up in purchasing

    • Finnforest UK Ltd

      Dec 1997 - May 2005

      I was responsible for the profitable management of the account. Various management roles, sales manager, national account manager and branch manager

      • B&Q Account Manager

        Jan 2002 - May 2005

      • Regional Manager

        Dec 1997 - Jan 2002

    • Metsä Wood (formerly Finnforest UK Ltd)

      Jan 2005 - Sept 2014
      Head of Product & Business Development

      Responsible for researching and developing new products for Metsa Wood UK Ltd. Developing product strategies and pitching for new business with existing and new clients.Assessing potential products from 3rd party manufacturers and conducting initial vendor assessments in line with major retailer expectations. Developing robust synergies with new suppliers to exploit product, logistical and cost saving opportunities.Handling all I.P and tech related legal matters including patent filing, trade mark registration and design registration. Vigorously defending our I.P through our solicitors when necessary affording us the maximum protection for our innovations and the freedom to exploit them commercially. Show less

    • SCA - Hygiene and Forest Products Company

      Sept 2014 - Feb 2021
      Strategic Account Manager - Retail

      I am the Strategic Account Manager at SCA Wood UK I am part of a professional sales team, well respected in the industry, delivering real value for our customers.Previous experience of large retail account management (non food) combined with many years of successful product development and innovation will aid sales growth and benefit our customer significantly.Responsibilities include development of range and new product launches for the timber category. Development with our customer of a 3 year plan that will significantly grow sales and enhance their product offer to their customer and increase market share. Show less

    • BSW Timber Solutions Ltd

      Feb 2021 - now
      Strategic Account Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Woodwork Teacher

      Issued by Vountary Service Overseas (VSO) on Jan 1982
      Vountary Service Overseas (VSO)Associated with Ken Reidy