Bluebay Building Products, one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of specialist civil engineering and construction products, has appointed Mark West as Operations Director.
With a wealth of industry experience gained through leadership roles at Topps Tiles, Eurocell and Homebase, Mark will play a central role in Bluebay’s ISO 9001 implementation, as well as streamlining business processes.
His appointment comes in a pivotal year for Bluebay, following its acquisition by Wolseley Group in January 2025. Since then, the company has forged new partnerships with global suppliers and expanded its team – including its senior leadership with Mark joining Managing Director Lucy Furnival, Sales Director Emma Ward, and Finance Director Mark Siney at the helm.
Managing Director Lucy Furnival explained: “Mark’s appointment is an exciting step forward for Bluebay as we embark on a time of significant growth.
“His operational insight and project management expertise will be invaluable, while his collaborative and forward-thinking approach will complement the strengths of our senior management team. As we build the foundations for the next chapter at Bluebay, we are delighted to welcome him to the team.”
Mark’s initial six-month secondment will see him move from Burdens, Bluebay’s sister company which specialises in underground drainage and heavy construction products; he adds: “I’m really pleased to be joining Bluebay.
“Over the next six months, my focus will be on creating greater consistency and clarity across our operations – building a framework that drives efficiency and supports long-term growth.
“It’s the ideal time to take on this role as we prepare for a wave of recruitment to strengthen our workforce and support future expansion. I’m looking forward to working closely with Lucy and the rest of the team to help turn the company’s ambitions into reality.”
Bluebay, which was founded in South Wales in 2003, has positioned itself as a go-to destination for delivering innovative new products to the UK construction market, a reputation further solidified by this latest appointment.
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