Flexseal, the coupling manufacturer, has promoted Scott Butterworth from its sales office to a frontline sales position.

Mr Butterworth is now out on the road as area sales representative for Yorkshire and the North East, visiting merchants and other customers from Alnwick to Worksop and beyond.

Having worked for the Barnsley-based business for over two years as UK sales support administrator, Mr Butterworth already has extensive knowledge of the company’s product range.

“I’m relishing the new challenge,” said Mr Butterworth. “I’ve previously spoken with many of my customers on the telephone, but it’s great to now be putting faces to names.”

Mr Butterworth prepared for his new role by attending a Builders Merchant Federation training course for sales representatives. “The course helped to give me an even better insight into what merchants need from a supplier, so that I can focus on giving my customers the best service,” he explained.