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Caterforce brings in Iain Julier as new trading controller

Caterforce Iain Julier as new trading controller
Iain Julier (Photo: Caterforce)

Caterforce has strengthened it buying team with a new trading controller, appointing Iain Julier to the role.

Julier joins the wholesale buying group with over 26 years of purchasing experience in retail, wholesale and foodservice, having previously worked at Booker Wholesale, Iceland Supermarkets and Tassal Limited.


As trading controller, he will work with key stakeholders to develop and implement category plans, hit commercial targets, and deliver the buying strategy for the group.

“I am delighted to be part of the central buying team at Caterforce,” Julier said. “The group has been going through a strong period of growth recently with two new members joining last year and ongoing investment in technology it feels like a really exciting time to join. “

Gary Mullineux, managing director of Caterforce, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Iain to the Caterforce team. I have no doubt that his many years of experience will strengthen the buying team and he will be a great asset to the group. Our members will benefit significantly from Iain’s expertise, and we look forward to working with him.”

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