Feed producer Harbro has appointed Susan Barclay as Commercial Director and promoted Stephen Hill to Retail Director as part of its strategy to strengthen its leadership and drive sustainable expansion.
Harbro Ltd, the UK-based provider of innovative livestock feeds, has announced that it has further strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Susan Barclay as Commercial Director and the promotion of Stephen Hill to Retail Director, reinforcing its commitment to growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability.
Susan Barclay is a highly experienced commercial leader with more than 15 years in senior roles across the manufacturing and construction sectors. She has a proven track record of delivering transformational growth, improving profitability, and leading successful organisational change. Her appointment adds significant commercial depth to the board, supporting Harbro’s vision to deliver value, efficiency, and sustainable results for its customers, according to the company.
Stephen Hill, who joined Harbro in 2024 as Head of Retail, has been promoted to Retail Director following a strong year leading the company’s network of country stores across Scotland and the North of England. Prior to joining Harbro, Hill held senior roles at The Original Factory Shop, including Area Manager and Senior Profit Protection Manager, giving him a strong foundation in retail operations and customer service.
Commenting on the appointments, Chris Baxter, CEO of Harbro, said: “We are delighted to welcome Susan and Stephen to the board. Both bring a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective that will no doubt strengthen our business as we continue to grow and develop. Their leadership will help us to build on our strong foundations and ensure we keep delivering high quality products and services for our customers and the wider rural community.”
The Harbro Board now comprises: Chris Baxter (CEO), Ross Baxter (CFO), Stephen Kenyon (Executive Chairman), Hannah Legg (Sales & Marketing Director), David MacKenzie (Ruminant Director), Susan Barclay (Commercial Director), and Stephen Hill (Retail Director).
