Warburton will be replaced by Vikesh Ramsunder‚ current MD at UPD‚ from 1 April.
UPD is a full-range pharmaceutical wholesaler and provides the distribution capability for the Clicks Group's integrated healthcare strategy.
Vikash Singh‚ the current UPD head of operations and distribution‚ will succeed Ramsunder as the MD of UPD.
Clicks CEO David Kneale said Warburton had achieved the objectives of repositioning the Clicks brand for growth by improving the value offering‚ expanding the stores and pharmacy footprint‚ improving the contribution of the private label‚ growing customer loyalty and stemming the labour turnover in its pharmacies.
"Keith's strong financial acumen and in-depth knowledge of the group enabled him to focus on further improving our business processes and reducing the brand's cost base.
"I wish to acknowledge Keith's contribution to the group both in his current position and as the former chief financial offer of the group and we wish him well for the future‚" Kneale said.
Clicks said Warburton and Ramsunder would work together closely over the next two months to ensure a smooth transition.
"These internal promotions reflect the quality of the group's talent and succession planning process‚" said the company.
Source: BDpro via I-Net Bridge
For more than two decades, I-Net Bridge has been one of South Africa’s preferred electronic providers of innovative solutions, data of the highest calibre, reliable platforms and excellent supporting systems. Our products include workstations, web applications and data feeds packaged with in-depth news and powerful analytical tools empowering clients to make meaningful decisions.
We pride ourselves on our wide variety of in-house skills, encompassing multiple platforms and applications. These skills enable us to not only function as a first class facility, but also design, implement and support all our client needs at a level that confirms I-Net Bridge a leader in its field.
Go to: http://www.inet.co.za
