Builders FirstSource appoints new tech president

Published 02/06/2025, 21:22
Builders FirstSource appoints new tech president

IRVING, Texas - Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NYSE: BLDR), a prominent player in the Building Products industry with annual revenues exceeding $16 billion and a market capitalization of $11.65 billion, announced today the appointment of Gayatri Narayan as President, Technology and Digital Solutions. According to InvestingPro analysis, the company currently trades below its Fair Value, suggesting potential upside opportunity. Narayan, who brings over two decades of technology leadership to the role, will report directly to CEO Peter Jackson.

In her new position, Narayan will oversee the development and delivery of digital products and spearhead the launch of digitally enabled business models. She will also head the company’s Paradigm subsidiary, which specializes in digital solutions for the building products industry.

With a background that includes significant roles at PepsiCo, Microsoft, and Amazon, Narayan has established a reputation for driving organic growth through innovative technology. Her experience spans digital product development, enterprise digital solutions, and leveraging technology for market share growth and profitability.

Builders FirstSource CEO Peter Jackson expressed confidence in Narayan’s ability to enhance the company’s digital strategy and accelerate execution, emphasizing the value this will bring to customers and the company’s long-term success.

The company also noted that Tim Page, the former executive vice president of digital solutions, will continue with Builders FirstSource in a strategic project management role, collaborating with Narayan to ensure a smooth transition.

Based in Irving, Texas, Builders FirstSource is the largest supplier in the U.S. for building products, prefabricated components, and value-added services, catering primarily to the professional market segment for new residential construction and repair and remodeling. The company boasts a significant presence across 43 states, with approximately 595 locations. Despite recent market challenges that have led to a 41.74% stock decline over the past six months, the company maintains strong financial health with a healthy current ratio of 1.82. Discover more insights about BLDR and 1,400+ other stocks with InvestingPro’s comprehensive research reports, which transform complex financial data into actionable intelligence.

This leadership update is based on a press release statement from Builders FirstSource.

In other recent news, Builders FirstSource, Inc. has announced several significant developments. The company priced a $750 million senior unsecured notes offering at a 6.750% interest rate, with plans to use the proceeds to repay existing debt. Additionally, Builders FirstSource intends to offer another $500 million in senior notes, subject to market conditions, to further manage its debt portfolio. The company’s Board of Directors has been declassified, meaning all directors will now be subject to election annually, and officer liability has been limited, aligning more closely with shareholder interests.

In terms of analyst assessments, Stifel analysts have revised Builders FirstSource’s price target to $118 from $125, maintaining a Hold rating. This adjustment follows a reduction in guidance and a softer outlook for the second quarter of 2025. Meanwhile, Eagle Materials has expanded its Board of Directors by appointing David Rush, a former CEO of Builders FirstSource, bringing his extensive industry experience to the company. These developments reflect ongoing strategic and financial maneuvers by Builders FirstSource and related industry movements.

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