Leading Stockport-based food ingredient supplier, EHL Ingredients, has announced the appointment of a new National Sales Manager to oversee its burgeoning product portfolio.
Roger Toll (pictured left) assumes his new role immediately and will oversee national sales accounts for EHL, covering the whole product portfolio of over 300 conventional food ingredients and around 200 organic varieties. His main focus will be on the food manufacturing and processing sectors around the whole of the UK, including retail and food service ready meals, soups and sauces, bakery and snacks, as well as natural and speciality food stores.
Roger, aged 56, brings with him seven years of experience, having previously worked for a European-based herb and spice manufacturer and supplier. During this time, he developed strong relationships with many major UK and European food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers, acquiring a wealth of sector knowledge and experience that he will now bring to the EHL team.
In addition, he has also held roles as European Account Manager and Business Development Manager at companies such as Huhtamaki and Benders.
Roger reports into Tasneem Backhouse, Sales and Marketing Director, and will provide a crucial role in EHL’s expansion plans for 2014 and beyond.
Commenting on Roger’s appointment, Tasneem said:
“This is an exciting development for EHL Ingredients and Roger will be a great asset to the team as we grow our customer base and expand our product portfolio. His knowledge, experience and great reputation within the food industry will support the whole company. He has a great track record of growing company sales and we’re looking forward to working together as we expand the business.
“He joins us during a positive period as we have solid growth plans for 2014, with many company developments in progress already. We are in a strong position in the competitive food ingredient marketplace and having Roger on the team strengthens our management structure and customer offering.”
Roger comments:
“I have been aware of EHL Ingredients for a number of years and have read and heard positive reviews about the company. I have seen it go from strength-to-strength and I am delighted to be joining the company while it is in a period of growth and expansion. I look forward to sharing my experience with the team to help drive the company forward.”
Roger’s appointment takes EHL Ingredients’ staff total to 27 at its Stockport head office.
EHL Ingredients supplies high quality conventional and organic products from all over the world to the food manufacturing industry including spices, seasoning, herbs, seeds and dried fruits, nuts, lentils and vegetables. It currently offers around 300 food ingredients and boasts a 200-strong organic range as well as over 50 custom blends. EHL Ingredients’ products are sold into the food-manufacturing sector and used in end products such as breads and bakery items, ready meals, healthy snacks and soups and sauces. They are also sold to speciality food shops, delis and organic retailers via wholesalers and cash and carries across the UK.
To find out more about EHL Ingredients, visit www.ehl-ingredients.co.uk, email info@ehl-ingredients.co.uk or call 0161 480 7902.