Kate Kilday has been appointed to the new role of sales development and marketing manager at Fluid Automation.
The manufacturer of pumps and pumping systems based in Felling, Gateshead has created the role with the aim to develop UK sales and brand growth.
Ms Kilday who trained in public relations and marketing at Leeds Metropolitan University will be responsible for maintaining the existing sales team and recruiting new sales agents across the country as well as establishing a new marketing strategy.