Karl will be working with suppliers to support with the delivery of the company’s ambition to achieve climate net zero by 2030.
Robin Mills, managing director of Compass Group UK & Ireland, commented: “Karl has a great knowledge of both Compass and Foodbuy and brings an excellent track record in purchasing and supply chain. In light of the economic environment we are operating in, Foodbuy has never been more important to our business. Our Foodbuy team continues to work hard to deliver great products and services for our clients and customers.”
Karl has been with Foodbuy for the past three years in the chief operating officer role where his focus has been supporting the growth of Foodbuy's external client business.
He added: “I am passionate about our purchasing and supply chain and delivering great value for money to the clients we currently work with, and I am excited to lead our growth agenda to unlock more added value opportunities for new clients. We have a great supplier community and I am looking forward to working with them, not only in relation to identifying great products, but also with the delivery of more sustainable solutions too.”