Marvin OnumonuEngineering specialist MARCH has appointed Jo Pick as its first chief people officer (CPO) in a move to support the company’s ongoing growth.
Pick joins from Wincanton, where she led a team of over 300 supporting more than 20,000 people across the UK and Ireland.
She has over 20 years of senior leadership experience in people strategy, with previous roles at Greencore, Johnson & Johnson and Royal Mail.
In her new role, Pick will lead MARCH’s people strategy, focusing on team development and career progression.
She will also manage initiatives to attract and retain staff, support training through the MARCH Academy, and strengthen engineering skills across the business.
Pick said: “MARCH® is powered by the expertise, collaboration and ambition of its people.
“This is a unique opportunity to help shape how we work together, bringing consistency, clarity and connection across the business.
“I’m excited to build on the strengths of our teams and create shared ways of working that support growth, deepen engagement and unlock potential at every level.”
Christopher Kehoe, CEO at MARCH, said: “Jo joins us at a defining moment in our journey.
“Our people are vital to our success and we’re building a business that prioritises their development, creating an environment where the best engineers and professionals come to thrive, innovate, and shape the future.
“The MARCH Academy is central to that vision, developing industry-leading talent and advancing the skills that drive our industry forward.”
Kehoe added: “Jo’s appointment reinforces our commitment to creating a culture where individuals can do their best work, grow their careers, and contribute to something extraordinary.
“Her strategic insight, energy, and experience in leading transformation will be instrumental in shaping the next phase of our evolution.”
