Manufacturer of showering spaces Lakes has bolstered its board of directors with the appointment of Chris Thain as supply chain director.

Thain brings a breadth of experience to the role having worked in various sectors throughout his career, including steel manufacturing, Amazon distribution and home improvement companies.

He has also been instrumental in setting up supply chains in the Far East in many of his roles, with  his most recent position working for a food company supplying the NHS.

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Commenting on his appointment, Chris Thain said: “I am delighted to be joining Lakes at an exciting time for both the business and brand.

“Having met with the board of directors, it was clear that they are very passionate about this company and really want to drive the brand forward over the next few years.

“There are some exciting initiatives planned that I am really looking forward to helping to implement with the rest of the team.”

In his previous roles, Thain has been responsible for end-to-end supply chain, from sourcing and purchasing raw material right through to delivering finished goods to customers.

In his new role at Lakes, he will also lead the development and introduction of all new products.

One of Thain’s objectives in his new role is to develop and implement a sustainable supply chain strategy, something that is becoming increasingly important to customers.

He stated: “The customer is at the heart of every business decision I make. Ensuring the business has a sustainable supply chain that meets the demands of our customers both today and in the future is a primary focus for me moving forwards in my new role.”

Managing director Ben Brown added: “Chris brings with him a diverse background of experience which means he comes to the table with a variety of different and valuable perspectives.

“It’s a great time for Chris to be joining the team and I am looking forward to working with him to drive our business forward.”