UK-based convenience food maker Symington’s has promoted its chief operating officer, John Power, to the post of CEO. 

Power replaces David Salkeld, who has served as chief executive at Symington’s since September 2007. 

A spokesperson for Symington’s said the appointment has “immediate effect” and Power has already taken on the role of chief executive. The spokesperson added reasons for the management change have not been communicated. 

Power had served as chief operating officer at Symington’s since February this year. Prior roles include operations and quality director at George Western Foods, the Australian unit of Associated British Foods. Power has also held various “director level” operations and supply chain roles at ABF in the UK, where he worked from March 2007 until he joined Symington’s.

Symington’s produces a variety of food products, from cup soups to pasta sauces, under brands including Mug Shot, Naked Noodle, Ainsley Harriott, Ragu and Chicken Tonight. The company also produces a number of products aimed at children produced under license, including Despicable Me, Pepper Pig and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.