PJH, one of the UK’s leading distributors in the KBB sector, has announced the appointment of Lynn Statham as head of people. In this newly created role, Lynn will be responsible for shaping and leading PJH’s people strategy, reinforcing the company’s commitment to employee engagement, learning and development, and organisational growth—ensuring PJH remains the Employees’ FIRST CHOICE.
With a distinguished career spanning over two decades in HR leadership, Lynn brings a wealth of experience across the retail, distribution, and logistics sectors. Before joining PJH, she held senior HR roles at Culina Logistics and The Pallet Network (TPN), where she was instrumental in implementing strategic people plans, enhancing employee engagement, and driving cultural transformation. She has successfully led major projects, including HR system integrations and leadership development initiatives.
Richard George, CEO at PJH, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Lynn to PJH as our new Head of People. Her impressive track record in HR leadership, combined with her strategic vision, will be invaluable in driving our people’s agenda forward. As we continue to expand and invest in our people, Lynn’s expertise will play a crucial role in strengthening our culture, attracting the best people, and supporting our teams to thrive.”
In her new role at PJH, Lynn will oversee all aspects of talent acquisition, employee experience, learning & development, and diversity & inclusion. A key focus will be on aligning PJH’s people strategy with its broader business objectives, ensuring a high-performance culture that attracts, nurtures, and retains people and is in line with its ‘Employees First Choice’ approach.
Speaking about joining PJH, Lynn said: “I’m thrilled to be joining PJH at such an exciting time in its growth journey. The company’s commitment to innovation, customer excellence, and a people-first culture resonates strongly with me. I look forward to working with the leadership team to further enhance our employee experience, ensuring that PJH remains a dynamic and inspiring place to work.”
PJH remains committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and Lynn’s appointment underscores this ambition.
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