NOTE Windsor is pleased to announce the appointment of Atul Bhagalia as its new Managing Director, following a strategic leadership transition. With over three decades of manufacturing excellence, Bhagalia brings exceptional leadership and operational expertise to the organization.
His comprehensive experience encompasses the full spectrum of business operations, including:
– Design and Engineering
– Production Management
– Quality Assurance
– Sales Operations
– Human Resources
– Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Throughout his career, Bhagalia has demonstrated outstanding success in leading high-performing teams, implementing efficiency-driven strategies, and delivering substantial cost reductions. His international experience spanning the UK, Scandinavia, Europe, and Asia provides the global perspective essential for NOTE’s continued expansion. Bhagalia’s extensive expertise in PCBA and box build manufacturing positions him ideally to drive NOTE Windsor’s next phase of growth. His appointment reinforces NOTE’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and maintaining its position as a leading EMS provider. “I am excited to join NOTE on the 20th January 2025 and look forward to contributing to the company’s continued success,” said Bhagalia. “The opportunity to lead such a respected organisation aligns perfectly with my experience and vision for driving manufacturing excellence.”
Neil Owen, Group Managing Director of NOTE UK, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Atul to the NOTE family. His extensive manufacturing experience and proven track record in operational excellence make him the ideal leader for our Windsor facility. His global perspective and comprehensive understanding of the EMS industry will be invaluable as we continue to grow and enhance our capabilities.”
In parallel with this appointment, NOTE announces that from April 2025, Karen Heath will be taking on a strategic new role within the Group Commodity team, reporting directly to the Chief Purchasing Officer. In this position, she will lead crucial supply chain and infrastructure projects primarily for the UK sites. During her tenure as Managing Director at NOTE Windsor, Karen successfully steered the company to record sales and operating profit, while introducing a second shift and implementing significant equipment upgrades across the site.
Owen added: “While Karen’s day-to-day presence will be greatly missed at NOTE Windsor, we are delighted that she remains a vital part of the NOTE family. Her track record of success and deep understanding of our operations make her perfectly suited to drive strategic improvements across our UK sites. We thank Karen for her outstanding leadership at Windsor and look forward to her continued contributions in her new role.”
