One of Scotland’s largest exporters has announced a multi-million pound investment in Renfrewshire – with plans to create 60 more jobs.
The Scottish Leather Group, which is based in Paisley and across Renfrewshire, has invested significantly across its four sites.
Now it is embarking on a recruitment drive for a range of roles to create orders for its customers including Aston Martin and Emirates.
The firm says it has seen a 75 per cent increase in demand for its products compared to the same period last year.
And to meet the increased custom, the firm is looking to recruit more employees.
More than 380 staff have been recruited since the start of 2021 – with an extra 60 new roles required to help meet the demand this year.
The firm, which is aiming to become net zero in three years, recently purchased the old Chivas Regal bottling plant in Paisley and turned it into a leather cutting facility for the world’s automotive and aviation sectors.
Nicolas Muirhead, chief commercial officer of Scottish Leather Group, said: “We have seen businesses across the world reassess their supply chain and focus on durability and environmental impact.
“And every single time they reach the same conclusion – leather is the best product on the market to meet that challenge.
“Scottish Leather Group is a world leader in delivering low carbon leather produce and we have seen demand continue to build as sustainability reaches the top of the agenda for businesses on a global scale.
“Our investment plan across all four of our businesses is not only substantial in our commitment to Renfrewshire but also a marker for belief in the local workforce.
“We plan to recruit 60 staff over the coming months, ranging from senior executives to recent graduates and apprentices.
“It is a really exciting time for our company and, with the new clients coming on board from growing industries across the globe, we are looking forward to growing the team and building on what we can deliver for our clients.
“Around £13 million has been committed to our Bridge of Weir plant which will see our entire business become a true net zero organisation by 2025 – well ahead of industry standards and Scottish and UK Government targets.
“We recently purchased the old Chivas Regal building in Paisley and have turned it into a world-class leather cutting facility servicing the world’s automotive and aviation sectors.
“It is a very exciting time to be part of Scottish Leather Group and we are looking forward to welcoming many more people to join us on this journey.”
For the full list of vacancies across the business, visit www.scottishleathergroup.com/careers
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