BSW Timber, the UK’s largest sawmilling group, has appointed Gavin Adkins as purchasing director to lead commercial strategy within BSW’s 6-strong purchasing team.

Adkins joins BSW after 10 years as Group Chief Accountant and Timber Procurement Director at Kronospan Ltd. He also brings 10 years’ experience in senior financial roles at Northern Foods, Premier Foods and Greencore. He holds associate membership from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

As purchasing director at BSW Timber, Adkins will oversee the Group’s strategy to ensure successful delivery of timber volumes at a time when BSW's capacity is on the rise. At the core of his strategy will be forging stronger relationships with merchants and private forestry interests.


Welcoming the appointment, Tony Hackney, BSW Timber, said: "BSW Timber's capacity is at a record high, so it’s essential that we have a log buying programme in place which consistently delivers the high quality timber which is essential for the success of our business. Gavin Adkins brings a wealth of experience to the role, and his financial and business acumen will be an asset to the Group at a wider level."

Gavin Adkins, purchasing director, BSW Timber, said: "I've joined BSW at an exciting time, and will work closely with the teams across the UK to deliver a robust strategy for the company’s log buying requirements. BSW is a company I’ve dealt with many times in previous roles, and I have great admiration for the achievements of the business. I look forward to becoming a part of the team."

(GK)