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John Skurr is the new general manager for CB Norwood Distributors.
CB Norwood Distributors Limited has announced the appointment of John Skurr to the position of general manager.
Skurr took up the position earlier this month. He has spent the last 17 years of his 36 year career in senior positions at Alliance and PGG Wrightson. Most recently he was the director ANZ and premium brands at Alliance, with responsibility for the international development of brands like Lumina. Skurr has also held national leadership roles at PGG Wrightson, including head of water and retail technical.
“We’re excited to welcome John, who has a strong background in sales leadership, agribusiness, and technical operations,” says Men Form-Zuellig, CB Norwood Distributors Limited board chair.
“In addition to his commercial experience, John also owns a commercial Hereford and Dorset Down stud farm in Canterbury, giving him insight and connection to the everyday realities of many of our customers.”
Skurr says he is thrilled to be joining CB Norwood Distributors and staying within the agriculture sector.
“There are outstanding opportunities for growth with an amazing portfolio of brands. I’m looking forward to working with the team.”
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