"Richard has already introduced us to a number of wine producers, distributors and potential customers."
His industry prowess is highlighted through importing 3 ½ million litres of wine into the UK after only 3 years in business. Before working with MSX, Richard was employed as Commercial Director across all European markets for Santa Rita Winery Europe, a producer and leading exporter of premium and superior quality wines. Richard was responsible for 31 distributor relationships across 25 countries.
Previous to this position he was employed as a Business Sector Controller for Beam Global Spirits and Wines developing the Thresher Co-operative and Waitrose businesses as well as Fosters Group. He managed a team of seven, which drove substantial growth across all channels.
Richard Leaver, comments: “The reason I chose to work with MSX is that they are in an enviable position due to their loyal and long term partnerships with the supplier network."
“MSX has always operated as an honorable logistics partner but now it wants to build on its superior offering through its wine channels.”
Nicola Ridges-Jones, Managing Director at MSX, says: “Richard has already introduced us to a number of wine producers, distributors and potential customers.”
“He fits in well with the MSX team and we hope to enjoy a long and prosperous relationship with him in the future.”