Key appointment as GCS invests in new services and specialist recruitment technology...                 

GCS Associates, providers of specialist recruitment solutions to the building materials, construction, technical and engineering sectors, has today announced the appointment of Chris Whitlock in the newly created position of Executive Consultant. In this role, Chris is focused on developing GCS’s presence within the Builders’ Merchant marketplace, growing the GCS team, client base and service offering.

With over 36 years of experience within the merchant industry, Chris has held various Managing Director roles with a distinguished record of driving change towards improved profitability, compliance, and governance, and in building best-in-class teams.

Chris joins GCS during a period of growth and service diversification, with an increased focus and investment on Executive Search, in-house training, and Recruitment Technology.

On his appointment, Chris, commented:

“This is an exciting opportunity to take a great business to the next level. Throughout my career, it is always my aim to place a high value on a collaborative and innovative workplace from which a company can achieve its goals. GCS already has a great culture & reputation for first-class recruitment services, and I look forward to working with the talented team to expand GCS’ reach and service offering within the Builders’ Merchant industry”

Chris Whitlock, Executive Consultant

GCS Managing Director, Michael Parry said:

“GCS has experienced great growth during uncertain times over the last year, driven by our commitment to high quality service levels as much as our specialist market focus. We are committed to continually supporting our clients by investing in new recruitment technologies and furthering our in-house training offering.

I am delighted to be welcoming Chris and know he brings the values, skills and experience to help GCS on our journey to become the go-to recruitment company in the build, construction and engineering sectors.”


FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT GCS’S NEW SERVICE OFFERING OR IF YOU’D LIKE A CONFIDENTIAL CONVERSATION AROUND YOUR FUTURE GROWTH OR RETENTION STRATEGIES PLEASE CONTACT MICHAEL PARRY.

e: michael.parry@gcsassociates.com
t:  0161 660 2548