Bunting Magnetics appoints European sales director

Charles Collier has been appointed sales director for the European operations for Bunting Magnetics, which is headquartered in Newton, Kansas, USA. Collier will have dual responsibilities to drive sales for both Bunting Magnetics and Magnet Applications Limited (MAL), which Bunting purchased in April, 2008, and is based in Berkhamsted, England.

‘I am proud to be entrusted with the task of launching Bunting Magnetics into Europe. By building on the 50 years of experience and history of the company, I believe that the Bunting product range of magnetic detection, separation and material handling products will quickly find its rightful place in the rapidly developing European market,’ stated Collier. ‘In addition, the Magnet Applications product line, which has an impressive range of magnetic products along with new value added products, will continue to grow in the European market.’

Collier brings extensive sales experience to his new role primarily with a manufacturing background. This includes time spent in operational and consultancy positions. In the past, he has served as a consultant to MAL. During this time, he assisted MAL with the expansion and improvement of its supply chain partnerships. Charles will be based out of the MAL headquarters in Berkhamsted.

‘The addition of Charles as our sales director for Europe is a natural progression stemming from our purchase last year of Magnet Applications,’ Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and chief executive officer said. ‘Charles has over 30 years of industrial sales experience including over 20 years with Magnetics. His background will be instrumental as we continue to expand our sales in the continent of Europe. Also, his leadership skills will help as we quickly add more personnel in this area.’

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