Jeff Davies has been promoted to lead the Brecon-based food firm.
Davies has been a part of the Beacon Foods team for almost two decades, starting out as company accountant in 2007.
The role of managing director is not unfamiliar to Davies who took the helm for 2.5 years (between January 2017 and June 2019) before transitioning to financial director – a position he had held for the last six years.
During his Beacon Foods career, the company has grown its workforce from 100 to 180, boosted turnover from £8 million to £25 million and increased factory space, supported by a £6 million expansion programme and Welsh Government backing.
His latest appointment as MD will enable co-founder and chairman, Edward Gough, to focus on the next phase of business development and expansion.
“The plan is to continue the success by growing the business and recruiting good quality, local staff,” said Davies.
“Supported by a very good team of directors, managers and skilled staff, we are developing the business by attracting new customers, increasing orders from existing customers and launching exciting, new products.
“There’s a lot of positivity within the business and the order book is looking good. We must thank the Welsh Government whose support has enabled the company to expand more quickly, recruit more staff and secure new orders.”
Davies will continue to oversee the finance team in his expanded role, with accounting technician Nicola Lewis taking on extra responsibility.
“Jeff has been part of the Beacon Foods journey for 19 years and has become a hugely respected and valued member of the team. His deep understanding of our business, our people and our values makes him the ideal person to lead us into the future,” said Gough.
“Working closely with our management team and colleagues across the business, he will continue to build on the strong growth and success we have achieved in recent years, while keeping our focus firmly on quality, innovation and community. We are excited about what lies ahead for the business.”
Established in 1993, Beacon Foods is a specialist producer of garlic, ginger and chili puree, roasted and chargrilled vegetables and fruit ranges, relishes, chutneys, sauces, soups, confit and fruit compotes.
The ingredients go into thousands of products, including sandwiches, ready meals, pizzas, soups, drinks and desserts, which can be found across retail, hospitality and on airlines.
