Aer Rianta International (ARI) has announced the recruitment of John Healy and Niall Meade as its two new Global Category Managers.

 

John Healy joined ARI on July 1 in the newly-created position responsible for the global management of the Liquor, Tobacco and Confectionery categories. Healy has apparently worked in a number of senior positions with the Superquinn (supermarket chain) in Ireland and brings with him “a wealth of buying expertise”, according to ARI.

 

John Healy.

In addition, Niall Meade takes up his new position tomorrow (July 15) as he takes on the responsibility for developing ARI’s Perfume, Cosmetics and Fashion categories across the globe. Meadel has held a number of senior strategic positions with Pernod Ricard in the US, Europe and Russia. His most recent posting was with Pernod Ricard USA (New York), as Sales Planning & Operations Director – Wines and Champagnes for the US market.

 

Niall Meade.

 

Commenting on the announcement, Andrew Batchelor Global Buying and Strategy Director said: “The appointment of John and Niall not only brings additional, valuable experience, but also reinforces ARI’s commitment to develop deeper relationships with key suppliers on a global basis. They will also co-ordinate the efforts of all of our buying teams to optimise ARI’s category strategies.”