Co-op appoints Andy Wilmot as group supply chain and logistics director
Co-op has appointed former A.F. Blakemore and DHL executive Andy Wilmot as group supply chain and logistics director.
Due to join the group in April, he will work closely with current incumbent, Derek Furnival, who will be leaving Co-op in June after 30 years’ service.
Subscribe to TRBDescribing him as a supply chain and logistics heavyweight, Co-op hailed Wilmot’s 30 year proven track record of delivering large-scale operational transformation and business growth.
Until recently, he was group logistics and supply chain director at A.F. Blakemore & Son and prior to that worked for DHL Supply Chain as operations director on a range of different contracts.
Matt Hood, group managing director at Co-op, said: “As we continue to establish the new structure and move forward with our strategy to create a significant retail buying group, the strength of our supply and logistics operation cannot be underestimated.
“Andy’s experience and skills will enable a real step change in this space which, along with the focus on strengthening the commercial abilities of our buying team, means I’m confidently excited about what we can achieve in 2026 and beyond.”
He added: “As we are excited to welcome Andy, we are equally sad to say goodbye to Derek Furnival, who has served for 30 amazing years at our Co-op and who will be missed by everyone when he leaves with our very best wishes in June”
