The Encon Group has promoted James Robinson to the role of National Sales Manager – Merchants.

Robinson, previously Account Manager – North, joined the business in 2018 and has built a wealth of experience in the builders’ merchant sector. His successful progression to a national role reflects his achievements over the last seven years and Encon’s commitment to promoting from within and encouraging individual development.

Merchant Development Director Mike Beard commented: “Merchants are a valuable customer group for our business and I’m incredibly pleased for James. I’m confident he will continue to progress strongly, strengthening relationships and helping merchants maximise market opportunities.

"As an ‘Employer of Choice’ Encon encourages long-term careers so our teams achieve their goals and ambitions. In turn, this strengthens our service and relationships with customers and reinforces our position as ‘The Distributor of Choice.”