At the end of May 2010, THS Tools Group will see the retirement of its current Managing Director John Parkin, who has been with the company for 12 years. John has enjoyed his time at THS taking the Group through many changes and challenges and is now looking forward to his well-earned retirement. THS will see Nick Swash at the helm from 1st June 2010 as Chief Executive. Nick has been at the company since the beginning of the year and is looking forward to taking the Group into its next chapter.

The THS Tools Group buying group was formed in 1975 as a non-profit making organisation in an attempt to benefit from collective purchasing negotiation. The strategy behind THS allows each of its Members to maintain their total independence, capitalise on their established reputation and utilise their local knowledge, whilst having the ability to compete with national distributors on price via THS’ buying power. Commercial terms with leading brand and key product suppliers provide a level playing field for Members where they can differentiate their offer in terms of product availability and exceptional customer service.

During 2010 THS Tools Group is embarking on a new program of events in an attempt to strengthen its reputation in the marketplace and to develop the support level it currently offers to its Members and Suppliers. THS is looking to build on the high sales turnover already experienced and double its business.

THS is also looking at improving its already well-established in-house Marketing Department by implementing World Class Marketing for its Members. THS Members already have access to a comprehensive marketing program and an extensive portfolio of bespoke publications and literature including an 800-page Product Catalogue.

The new World Class Marketing will include a multi-media screen available for all Members to exhibit in their trade counters. The screen will show the latest special offers, available from the Group’s quarterly promotional publication, to passing trade as well as showing demonstration clips of the latest product launches on the market.

As part of the proposal THS is also planning to assist its Members with the implementation of sophisticated websites and online trading facilities so they are better prepared to satisfy the needs of their customers. THS will also be looking at improving its own already well-received website which Members can use to show their customers the strength of the Group and the benefits it offers. The Group website currently offers the THS network the opportunity to pool its resources and knowledge, giving the Members the ability to use the strength of the whole Group at the click of a button.

THS is always looking for new partnerships that are mutually beneficial and, as a potential Member or Supplier, if you would like more details, please visit the THS website.

www.thstools.co.uk
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