Meet our finalists: Supplier Team of the Year 2026
The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards are the biggest awards in the kitchen and bathroom independent retail industry. Here, we take a look at the finalists for the Supplier Team of the Year 2026.
Supplier Team of the Year 2026
Sponsored by kbb Birmingham.
This very special award highlights the important work done by the people who work for those companies that supply the independent kitchen and bathroom retail network.
These brands are made up of teams of hard-working and dedicated people and we want to hear all about what they do to keep those retailers stocked, happy and full of customers.
The winners will be announced at the gala black tie event on Monday, March 2 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.
Armera | Internal Sales Team
The Internal Sales Team at Armera is redefining what customer care means in the bathroom industry. Far more than a typical sales office, the team provides proactive support, transparent stock reporting, order verification, and personalised guidance to each showroom partner.
Over the past year, the team has contributed to 25% sales growth while maintaining outstanding service standards.
Through sustainability initiatives, continuous training, and cross-functional collaboration, they ensure every showroom receives the right product at the right time, creating long-term partnerships and lasting commercial success.
Flair Showers | UK Team
The Flair Showers UK Team goes beyond traditional sales and customer service, focusing on building strong partnerships with retailers, merchants, and installers.
Over the past year, the team has led the Flair Showvan Tour, providing live product demonstrations, and expanded HQ training programmes to educate customers on product functionality and benefits.
Their work ensures flawless showroom representation, smooth installations, and trusted aftersales support. By continuously gathering customer feedback and driving product development, the team strengthens Flair’s reputation for precision, innovation, and service excellence.
GROHE UK | Specification & Design Hub Team
The Specification & Design Hub Team at GROHE UK has redefined supplier engagement by providing a dedicated, appointment-only environment where architects, designers, and specifiers can interact with GROHE’s full product range, including working shower displays and luxury fittings.
Over the past year, the team has conducted over 100 partner meetings, hosted industry events including media panels on water scarcity, delivered 100 in-house training sessions, and launched RIBA-approved CPDs, establishing the Hub as a key space for knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and innovation.
By combining technical expertise with a customer-first approach, the team has strengthened relationships across retail, project, and hospitality sectors, helping partners bring creative visions to life.
Häcker Kitchens | UK Team
The Häcker Kitchens UK team is dedicated to supporting independent retailers by providing training, technical advice, and expert showroom support.
Over the past year, the team has revamped its London flagship showroom, taken partner groups to Germany to share the latest innovations, and developed branded concepts to help partners grow visibility.
From in-person support to online webinars, videos, and resources, every team member ensures retailers and their clients receive a seamless, professional experience, making the team a standout in supplier excellence.
PWS Worksurfaces | Sales & Service Team
PWS Worksurfaces’ Sales & Service team provides expert guidance at every stage of the customer journey.
Each retail partner is assigned a dedicated advisor who manages the project from initial enquiry through to completion, ensuring seamless coordination and strong relationships. Over the past year, the team has driven record sales growth, launched new on-trend worksurface ranges, and streamlined processes to reduce lead times.
Their proactive service, technical knowledge, and commitment to customer success make them a standout in supplier excellence.
TruBlue | Customer Support Team
TruBlue’s Customer Support Team provides dedicated, UK-based support to KBB businesses, helping them streamline operations, improve quoting accuracy, and boost efficiency.
Over the past year, they successfully launched the new Deals feature, providing training, support materials, and coaching to ensure adoption and improved sales performance.
Their commitment has been recognised by both past kbbreview Retail & Design Awards and the KBSA Awards.
If you want to be at the biggest industry party of the year then book your tickets now as there is a limited capacity. Tickets to the 2026 awards are available via the awards booking page.