Scansource appoints Senior Vice President of Digital Distribution

ScanSource, Inc., the global provider of technology products and solutions, has appointed Marcus Ollenbuttel to Senior Vice President of Digital Distribution for its business in Europe. ScanSource’s digital distribution business encompasses both the recently acquired intY CASCADE platform and ScanSource Cloud Services businesses.

In this new role, Mr. Ollenbuttel leads the intY sales, marketing, supplier management and partner concierge functions, which encompasses the post-sale technical support and professional services teams. He is also charged with assisting in the continued integration of the intY and ScanSource businesses. In addition, Mr. Ollenbuttel manages the ScanSource Cloud Services business, which supports the agent model, ensuring they have the tools and support needed as they look to grow their cloud and recurring revenue business.

Mr. Ollenbuttel joined ScanSource in 2013 as a team leader for the UK and progressed to the role of Vice President of Merchandising for ScanSource POS and Barcode in Europe. During this time, he led the company’s supplier strategy and relationships and was responsible for product marketing plans, inventory management and recruitment of new suppliers. Prior to his current European role, Mr. Ollenbuttel oversaw the company’s UK sales operation. 

“Marcus brings a great deal of experience with ScanSource and in the industry to this position,” said John Eldh, Chief Revenue Officer, ScanSource, Inc. “During his time at ScanSource, he has also developed invaluable relationships with our partners and suppliers, as well as a keen understanding of the changing demands of the market. Marcus will be an excellent leader as we continue to grow our digital distribution business in Europe.”