Rémy Cointreau has announced the appointment of Lee James as managing director for the UK, Ireland, and Nordic markets. In the role, James will oversee a portfolio of brands including Rémy Martin, Cointreau, Mount Gay, Bruichladdich, and the Botanist Gin.

 

James joins Rémy Cointreau from Pernod Ricard, where he held a variety of positions over his almost two decades with the company. James’ experience with Pernod Ricard includes senior sales and marketing roles, such as UK commercial director for wine and Champagne. For the past five years James has held the role of global commercial director for Pernod Ricard’s premium and gin portfolio.

 

Rémy Cointreau said that James’ experience in premium brands and Champagne is expected to be an asset to the group, a the company’s brands include Louis XIII Cognac and Champagne Telmont.

 

Ian McLernon, CEO EMEA, Asia Pacific and GTR at Rémy Cointreau, said: “We are delighted to welcome Lee to the Rémy Cointreau Group, and are confident that his significant experience in the sector globally and in the UK and people-centric leadership style will help build our business to the next level. 

 

“The UK is the #3 premium spirits market worldwide and with our portfolio of exceptional spirits we believe we are well positioned to continue to grow ahead of the market and generate value for our retail and distribution partners.”

 

The news follows the recent appointment of David William Dang to Rémy Cointreau's global travel retail team.