UPM Raflatac appoints Brinder Gill as SVP of Americas

UPM Raflatac has appointment Brinder Gill as its new senior vice president (SVP) of the Americas region, effective August 1, 2024. He currently serves as director of the paper laminates business unit for the same region.

Gill's tenure with UPM Raflatac has been marked by outstanding contributions in various roles, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and commercial success.

As the former East Area sales director for the Americas, he has a proven track record of driving growth and efficiency. Before UPM Raflatac, Gill was senior manager of global beauty category marketing at Silgan Dispensing Systems. He is highly regarded in the industry for his diverse skill set and strategic acumen.

Gill will be a member of the UPM Raflatac management team and will report directly to Tim Kirchen, executive vice president of UPM Raflatac.

‘Brinder’s proven sales leadership and comprehensive understanding of our business make him the ideal choice for this role. I am confident that he will lead the Americas Region into its next phase of profitable growth with energy and passion,’ commented Kirchen.

‘I am both excited to assume the position of SVP and humbled by the confidence that UPM has shown in my ability to lead the Americas team. I am looking forward to the opportunity to support our teams, customers and partners across the region,’ added Gill.

UPM Raflatac’s footprint in the Americas includes three factories and six terminals, which add to its extensive global network.