PPG Refinish UK announces Regional Business Manager North

PPG Refinish UK, the leading paint and coatings company, has announced the appointment of Simon Goodyer to PPG Refinish UK Regional Business Manager North.

In Simon’s early career he worked as a successful sales manager and designer in fitted kitchens moving out of that industry after 12 years and into the Industrial Paint Stripping market working for Prostrip Limited as a sales manager.

Simon joined Sia Abrasives in 1996 and has held a number of positions including Area Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Business Development Manager and most recently Divisional Manager for the Automotive Division. Simon has a proven track record of significant sales growth with Sia and has secured and managed many lucrative sales contracts for them.

In his new role of Regional Business Manager Simon will lead the PPG team in the Northern Region, bringing his wealth of sales experience into the business to drive growth and delivery of outstanding customer satisfaction in the region.

Commenting on the appointment Dave Smith, PPG Refinish UK National Sales Manager said:

“Simon is a proven sales professional who brings an array of experience within the industry and a track record of significant sales growth. We are extremely pleased to welcome Simon to the PPG team and I look forward to working with Simon to accelerate sustainable PPG growth”

Simon Goodyer, PPG Refinish Regional Business Manager, North comments on his new role:

“I am delighted to be joining such an outstanding, forward thinking organisation as PPG in these exciting & dynamic times. I will use my experience and knowledge to continue to drive PPG forward and keep raising the already high standards of service excellence whilst delivering growth and support to all stakeholders"