Key facts
- QXO appointed Ken West as president and chief operating officer, effective September 1, 2026.
- West joins QXO from Honeywell, where he held leadership roles including president and CEO of Honeywell Process Technology.
- His background includes over two decades of experience in running and integrating large industrial businesses.
- West will report to Chairman and CEO Brad Jacobs and oversee QXO's day-to-day operations.
- QXO is executing an aggressive M&A strategy to consolidate the building products distribution sector.
QXO has appointed Ken West, a seasoned executive from Honeywell, as its new president and chief operating officer, effective September 1, 2026. West brings over two decades of experience in managing and integrating large industrial businesses, a background that aligns with QXO's aggressive M&A strategy in the building products distribution sector.
In his new role, West will report to Chairman and CEO Brad Jacobs and will be responsible for executing the company's operating plan across its various businesses. His tenure at Honeywell included leading significant segments such as Honeywell Process Technology and Energy and Sustainability Solutions, where he was involved in acquisitions and strategic reshaping of business units. Prior to Honeywell, West spent 13 years at PPG Industries, contributing to major integrations and holding various leadership positions.
QXO aims to become a dominant force in the fragmented building products market, with a stated goal of achieving $50 billion in annual revenue in the coming years. The company has recently announced significant acquisitions, including Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion and an agreement to acquire TopBuild for $17 billion. West's expertise in integrating complex businesses is seen as crucial for QXO's consolidation plans.