Grafton Group has formed a new structure for its general merchanting businesses in the UK.
The move, which creates Grafton General Merchanting, is designed to achieve economies of scale including operational efficiencies and product sourcing gains.
Companies within the group, such as Buildbase and Jacksons, will retain their brand names.
Kevin Middleton, currently Buildbase chief executive, has been promoted to managing diector of the new operation and is tasked with closer integration of the group subsidiaries.
