Headlam Group plc has announced two key appointments to its executive team, signalling a strategic push for growth and operational excellence. Rob Barclay will take over as Group Chief Executive Officer on 23 March 2026, initially engaging with the sales team and customers before assuming full leadership at the end of April. Barclay brings over 25 years of experience in building products, manufacturing, and distribution, including leadership roles at SIG Plc, National Timber Group Ltd, and Batt Cables Ltd. His expertise in specialist distribution, complex supply chains, and the flooring market positions him to guide Headlam through its next development phase.
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Joining the Group as Interim Chief Financial Officer on 12 March 2026, Richard CM Jones brings a strong track record in finance and corporate strategy from his previous role as Interim CFO at HSS Group Plc (ProService Plc). Jones is expected to strengthen financial leadership and support the Group's strategic initiatives.
Stephen Bird, Interim Executive Chairman, welcomed the appointments, emphasising that Barclay's leadership will drive strategic focus and organisational enhancements crucial for Headlam's growth. The appointments reflect Headlam's commitment to combining operational expertise and financial acumen to navigate a competitive building products market while delivering value to customers and shareholders. Both executives are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the company's next phase of development, leveraging their industry experience to strengthen the Group's position across distribution and flooring markets.
Source: LinkedIn.
