Univar Solutions tapped Robert Craycraft as the next CEO of its chemical distribution division, effective Aug. 4.
Craycraft brings to Univar Solutions more than 30 years of industry experience, having held leadership roles at several chemical distribution and services companies. He has lead both organic and M&A growth initiatives, enhanced operational efficiencies through structural reorganizations and facilitated new market expansion opportunities to drive growth, Univar officials said in a July 2 news release.
“His ability to lead across indirect, digital and field sales channels whilst building robust salesforce management practices will be very important as we pursue new growth opportunities and strengthen existing relationships,” Univar President and CEO David Jukes said.
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Prior to his appointment at Univar Solutions, Craycraft was CEO of Cadence Group. Earlier experience includes CEO and director positions at BearCom, BakerCorp and Safety-Kleen, all private equity-backed companies.
Craycraft started his career at Ashland and spent 18 years leading multiple businesses within Valvoline.
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