Hull-based MKM has opened its 130th branch in Rotherham, creating 18 new jobs and supporting the area’w charities.
Branch Directors Ryan Brooks and Jack Griffiths, both lifelong residents of South Yorkshire, bring a combined experience of over 35 years from some of the UK’s largest merchants. Their deep-rooted connection to Rotherham and passion for the local community is evident in their approach to the new branch.
Said Ryan: “The opportunity to lead MKM Rotherham and create jobs in my hometown feels incredible. I’m proud to be from Yorkshire, and as a community Rotherham is still small enough to know and care about the people that live here.
“We want Rotherham to feel the benefit at home. We’re not just here to provide building materials; we’re here to be a part of the community. We’ve already started building relationships with local charities like Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice and are eager to explore more ways to give back to the town that means so much to us.
“I also want to be the first person that people think of when they’ve got a building project, I can’t wait to start seeing our bags pop up, knowing that we have supplied that site.”
Jack Griffiths, who has spent his entire career in Rotherham’s building merchant sector, added: “For me, this branch is about more than just business; it’s about creating something from the ground up that genuinely serves the people of Rotherham. Our team is made up of local people who understand the needs of local customers, and we’re committed to delivering a personal, community-focused service.”
