Materials handling supplier and national service provider Briggs Equipment has appointed Ben Wilson to head its national accounts business.

Formerly sales manager at Cummins UK, Mr Wilson has a wealth of senior sales experience. Based in Cannock, Staffordshire, he will be responsible for driving growth in the national account team, including strengthening business relationships and their performance.

“I’m joining the company at a very exciting time for the business, as it continues to invest significantly in becoming the UK’s largest independent materials handling provider,” said Mr Wilson

Briggs has realigned its sales group to have greater strategic focus and enhanced customer support and administration. Mr Wilson’s appointment reflects Briggs’ strategy of aligning its centralised business model with the needs of national and major regional accounts with dedication to becoming customers’ long-term partner.