Thomas Dudley Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Dixon as the new Managing Director of Thomas Dudley Plumbing Products, marking an exciting new chapter for one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of plumbing and heating supplies.
Andrew joins Thomas Dudley with more than a decade of executive leadership experience across the retail, distribution, wholesale and manufacturing sectors. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for driving sustainable growth, leading business transformation programmes and developing high-performing commercial teams.
In his new role, Andrew will lead the strategic direction of Thomas Dudley Plumbing Products, overseeing sales, marketing, product development, e-commerce and operational performance across the business.
Prior to joining Thomas Dudley, Andrew served as UK & EU Managing Director at Select Hardware, where he led the European retail division of the global Colson Group. His previous experience also includes senior commercial and leadership roles with organisations including Tesco, Kingfisher, ASSA ABLOY and Eurocell.
Commenting on his appointment, Andrew said:
“I am delighted to be joining Thomas Dudley at such an exciting time in the company’s history. The business has an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation and customer service, backed by a strong commitment to UK manufacturing. I look forward to working with the talented team to build on this success, strengthen customer relationships and drive the next phase of growth.”
Thomas Dudley Plumbing Products is a key part of the Thomas Dudley Group, a family-owned British manufacturer with a proud heritage dating back to 1920. The business supplies more than 6,000 plumbing and heating products to customers across the UK, combining manufacturing expertise with industry-leading service and support.
Jason Parker, Group Managing Director at Thomas Dudley, added:
“We are delighted to welcome Andrew to the business. His extensive leadership experience, commercial expertise and proven track record of delivering growth make him an excellent fit for Thomas Dudley Plumbing products. We are confident that Andrew will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business and supporting our customers, colleagues and partners.”
Andrew’s appointment reflects Thomas Dudley’s continued commitment to investing in leadership, innovation and customer excellence as the company strengthens its position as a trusted partner to merchants, installers and specifiers throughout the UK.
