IMCD appoints new managing director for Thailand

IMCD Thailand, part of the IMCD Group, a global leading distribution partner, formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients, and solutions provider has appointed Pichit Pornthanalert, as managing director for Thailand, effective July 24, 2023.

In his new role, Pichit will assume responsibility for leading the company’s strategic growth aspirations by expanding both new and existing partnerships, fostering commercial and operational excellence, pursuing potential M&A prospects, nurturing talent development, and propelling the digital transformation of the business.

“We are excited about the wealth of knowledge and expertise that Pichit will bring to the helm of our Thai operations. Under his leadership, I am confident that we will achieve new milestones, and continue to make a positive impact in the Thai market to drive sustainable growth,” said Daan Roebbers, regional director for Expansion, Strategy & Digitalisation at IMCD APAC. 

“I am truly honoured to take on this leadership role, spearheading our strategic initiatives, fostering a culture of excellence, and building exceptional customer and supplier relationships,” said Pichit.

Pichit will be based at the IMCD office in Bangkok, Thailand, and will report to Daan Roebbers. Pichit is Thai and started his career at Sony before moving on to Nestle Thailand as a key account manager. Before joining IMCD, Pichit was general sales manager at Jotun Thailand.