James Bradley

James Bradley

Ardo UK has appointed James Bradley as a new food ingredients business sector manager.

Bradley, whose previous experience includes four years as business development manager at Allied Bakeries and three years as a national account manager at Nimbus Foods, will focus on developing new customer relationships at the frozen veg specialist.

“I am truly delighted to be joining Ardo at such an exciting time,' Bradley said. 'The company has recently been through a period of strategic realignment and following the merger with Dujardin is now the largest manufacturer of frozen vegetables in Europe.

“Ardo is a very passionate business with clear aspirations about the future, which will help to further enhance its market share. I believe we have the same vision and values – the ingredients for a perfect partnership.”

Derby-born Bradley has just completed his final year studying for a BA Hons in business studies at the Open University Business School.

Stephen Waugh, managing director of Ardo UK, said: “I am delighted to welcome James to the team. His passion and creativity make him the perfect person for the job. His strong background in ingredients and industrial solutions – backed up with excellent academic knowledge – makes him a highly credible and invaluable addition to both Ardo and our customers.”