(Sharecast News) - Building products manufacturer Tyman has tapped Juliette Lowes to take over as interim chief financial officer, succeeding outgoing CFO Jason Ashton.

Tyman said on Friday that Lowes will take on the role with immediate effect but will not be appointed as a statutory board director.

Ashton, who has taken on the role of interim chief executive while the group looks for Jo Hallas' replacement, said: "Juliette is an experienced and highly valued member of the finance team with deep knowledge of Tyman and its operations.

"I have full confidence that she will prove to be an excellent interim CFO and provide invaluable guidance to the group as we continue to implement Tyman's strategic vision to deliver shareholder value."

As of 0925 BST, Tyman shares were up 1.04% at 243.50p.

Reporting by Iain Gilbert at Sharecast.com