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Peter Burleigh appointed as new trading controller at Unitas

Peter Burleigh appointed as new trading controller at Unitas
Peter Burleigh
Kiran Paul
By Kiran PaulNov 18, 2022
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Unitas Wholesale has announced the appointment of Peter Burleigh as trading controller for the grocery category.

Burleigh brings with him a wealth of experience gained in various roles across the retail and wholesale channels in firms such as William Morrison Supermarkets PLC, the Sukho Group and W H Smith – Do it all Ltd, and most recently as director for FMCG Global Ltd working on the Mulrines fruit juice brand.

John Kinney, managing director of Unitas Wholesale, said: “I am delighted to welcome Peter to Unitas at such an important time in our development as we continue to re-shape the organisation. Peter is a great addition to our business and has the skills and experience that we are looking for to continue the development of the grocery category.”

Peter Burleigh will join Unitas Wholesale on Monday 21 November.

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