MegaChem (UK) Ltd is a customer-focussed distributor of speciality chemicals. We pride ourselves on working closely with customers to understand their needs and offer smart solutions.
Our experienced, committed team are on hand. Please get to know us by clicking on the photos below for a short bio, and don’t hesitate to get in touch and see if we can help.
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Gary Foster: Managing Director
Gary has over 25 years of experience in the chemical industry and founded MegaChem( UK) Ltd in 2001 as a new entity in the MegaChem Group. His knowledge of products, industries, customers and chemical distribution has been key in shaping and growing our company. His passion for exceeding customers’ expectations and his desire to see MegaChem UK Ltd become an industry leader in the UK and Europe is evident in the team that he has grown around him. Busy planning and driving the business forward, Gary is also very much still in touch with the customers on daily basis. Away from work, Gary likes to relax with his fishing rod and can occasionally be found on the golf course.
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Leigh Cole: Regional Business Manager (UK & Europe)
Having worked in the chemical industry since 2004, Leigh joined MegaChem in 2012 and has continuously supported development and growth across the business. Now working as the Regional Business Manager, Leigh is responsible for sales and marketing activity across PCP, APC and F&B.
Leigh works alongside a strong sales team to deliver excellence to each and every customer. Committed to offering the very best in terms of products, service and technical back-up, we aim to become your preferred supplier.
Outside of work, Leigh is busy with two young sons and an enthusiastic Labrador, but also follows his beloved Nottingham Forest.
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Deb Downes: Operations Manager
Deb is our Operations Manager at MGU, overseeing our Supply Chain, Regulatory and Customer Service functions and providing HR support across the business. Joining in 2018, Deb brings a wealth of academic and industry experience, with particular professional interests in Organisational Behaviour and Learning and Development.
Outside of work, Deb is a rock music enthusiast and has recently taken up wild swimming. She has two daughters and loves to write.
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Carl Gingell: Finance Manager
Carl is a key member of the management team and keeps a close eye on our finances. Carl has a small team working for him to ensure that we maximise our cashflow and so minimise our costs to customers. Carl is busy with a young family, but also enjoys running several times a week and playing football when time allows.
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Steph Smith: Accounts Executive
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John Francksen: Business Development Manager – F&B
John is our Business Development Manager for the Food and Beverage industry. Having only recently joined MegaChem, John holds many years of relevant experience in both technical and commercial roles with the likes of Azelis, Sensient Colours, Christian Hansen, J.F. Renshaw and others.
John lives near Bristol in the west of the UK. He is married with two adult children. Outside of work, John’s interests are Rotary and a variety of sports, particularly running and cycling. He is a regular volunteer at ParkRun events.
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Julie Mee: Business Development Executive – F&B
Julie joined us in 2019 and plays a key role in developing our F&B Ingredients division. Julie has several years’ experience within the food industry, graduating from Surrey University with a Food Science and Nutrition degree.
Outside of work, Julie is busy with her family. She enjoys being an active part of her village community and likes to keep fit by walking and running.
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Supreeth Kankanady: Area Sales Manager – PCP North
Supreeth is our Area Sales Manager for Paints, Coatings and Polymers (PCP) in the north of the UK. Supreeth has recently joined us at MegaChem, bringing over two decades of experience as a sales professional. Supreeth prides himself on communicating effectively with key decision makers, technically and commercially, across diverse industries, in order to generate business.
Outside of work, Supreeth likes to spend as much time as possible with his young family. An avid cricket enthusiast, he follows his favourite IPL and national teams.
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Debbie Jones: Senior Operations Executive
Debbie joined MegaChem in 2007 and has accumulated a range of experience across various departments. Debbie has recently moved across to Operations, where she can support with HR admin and act as a Management Representative for our internal ISO 9001:2015 audit processes.
Debbie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, especially her two daughters, both now grown up.
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Sue England: Senior Regulatory Officer
Sue has been with us since 2008 and has a wealth of experience across both our Customer Service and Supply Chain functions. Sue is fully aware of the importance of effective planning and communicating updates to all our stakeholders. Sue is continuously expanding her professional knowledge, and has recently developed her role to focus on the increasingly complex Regulatory requirements of the chemical supply chain. Sue enjoys cooking for her family and makes the most of her relaxation time by going on regular holidays to Greece.
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Donna Scammell: Senior Supply Chain Executive
Donna joined us on a short-term contract in 2019 and quickly proved herself a valuable member of our Supply Chain Department. With a background in warehouse distribution, Donna is able to build excellent working relationships across our Supply Chain. She continues to support Sue, working hard to continuously learn more and has recently started a Level 3 diploma in Supply Chain Management.
Donna enjoys spending time with her young family and walking her beloved dogs.
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Cameron Mitchell: Supply Chain Executive
Cameron joined us from school and has continued his learning via Level 2 Business Admin and Level 3 Social Media for Business qualifications. Cameron now supports Donna and Sue in our Supply Chain department.
Cameron is a keen Bath City supporter and spends many a weekend in the City following the clubs matches. -
Katie Mayo: Customer Service Manager
Katie is our multi-talented Customer Service Manager, who has been with the company since the early days of 2003. Katie has mastered varied roles in her time at MegaChem, and is a much-valued source of knowledge and support for both customers and colleagues.
Katie works part-time hours in order to maximise time with her young family and their Frenchie, Sable. Katie enjoys family holidays and time with friends.
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Helen Jones: Senior Customer Service Executive
Helen joined in 2009 and prides herself on ensuring that all our customers receive the exceptional service they deserve. Working closely with the UK Sales team and our Supply Chain partners, Helen is a consummate professional and can be relied upon to ‘make it happen’.
Away from the office, Helen enjoys the great outdoors. She is very active and has completed a huge number of impressive endurance events, including the Three Peaks and distance cycling challenges. -
Sophie Lewis: Customer Service Executive
Sophie has been with MegaChem since 2006. In that time she has accumulated knowledge and experience of both Customer Service and Supply Chain operations.
Sophie enjoys the great outdoors, and loves nothing more than a trek with her young family and two dogs.
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William McConnell: Export Sales Executive
William joined our team in 2010, and handles the enquiries from our overseas customers. Obtaining prices and trends from Suppliers, William ensures our customers are given the most up to date information and competitive pricing possible. He enjoys football, and is an avid Cardiff City fan.
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Jack Rowland: Marketing Executive
Jack joined our team in early 2021 after graduating from University of Wales: Trinity Saint David. Jack is our Marketing Executive for both the Industrial Chemical and F&B Ingredient areas of the business. He works closely with the Sales team to build brand awareness for MegaChem, both in terms of what we can deliver and what we stand for.
Outside of work, Jack likes to listen to old-school rock and blues and walk his labradoodle, Belle. He plays acoustic and electric guitar and enjoys spending time with friends.
