Encon strengthens merchant team with new appointments

Encon continues to invest in our teams and our support for merchants with the promotion of two employees to National Account Manager positions.
From left to right: James Robinson, Mike Beard, Simon Bracken


James Robinson, previously Encon’s Business Development Manager - North West, has been promoted to National Account Manager - North, while Simon Bracken develops from the role of Regional Sales Manager, Merchants - South East, to National Account Manager - South. James will cover all the Northern and Central areas, while Simon focuses on the South East, South West and Eastern regions. Both roles confirm our commitment to provide the best service and support to builders’ merchants on a national scale.

James and Simon joined the business in 2018 and have built a wealth of experience in the builders’ merchants’ sector. Their successful progression to senior roles reflects their significant development and achievements over the last five years, playing a pivotal role in driving sales opportunities for merchants, delivering reliable service and building long-term relationships.

Encon Merchant Development Director, Mike Beard comments: “It’s a proud moment for James and Simon, and for our business. I wish them both every success in their new roles and I’m confident they will continue to progress strongly. As an ‘Employer of Choice’ Encon is committed to promoting from within and encouraging long-term careers so our teams achieve their goals and ambitions. In turn, this strengthens our service and relationships with our merchant customers and reinforces our position as ‘The Distributor of Choice.”

The Encon Group is the No.1 Independent Distributor of building solutions to the built environment, working in partnership with builders’ merchants across the UK. Our four specialist distribution divisions include Encon Insulation, Nevill Long Interior Systems, Encon Technical Solutions and Encon Construction Products, with 23 branches nationwide across the Group. The business also benefits from expert teams in passive fire protection and infrastructure.