Harris and Bailey, thought to be the longest-established builders’ merchants in Croydon, has appointed David Harger as sales director.
Rising through the ranks: David Harger started work as a teen and now sits on the board
Harger joined the business in 2010 when aged 16 after a spell doing work experience at the firm, and has worked his way up to the board of directors having gained experience across different parts of the business, from trade counter to warehouse, before moving into sales in 2015, becoming sales manager in 2021.
“I’m really excited to take on this new challenge and I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity,” Harger told Inside Croydon.
“Harris & Bailey has been around for more than 100 years, and excellent customer service has always been a cornerstone of the business. That will remain for both our existing customers and as we look to win more new business.
“I’ll be focusing on sales growth, supported by our 14-strong sales team, as well as making sure we continue to look for new opportunities with suppliers. Not resting on our laurels is something which has been a crucial part of why we’ve been around for more than a century and is something we will continue to do.”
Based on Hastings Road, Addiscombe, Harris and Bailey has grown over the last 120 years into one of the largest independent building and plumbing distributors in the south of England.
Managing director Neville Horsfield said of Harger’s promotion: ‘This is an extremely well-deserved promotion for David. His work ethic since joining us as a teenager has been excellent, and he’s demonstrated commitment and a willingness to always wanting to learn and develop. We have every confidence that he will thrive in his new role, helping Harris and Bailey to continue to grow.”
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