BOSTON, MA Electric Supply Center (ESC), the New England's leading distributor of electrical equipment and supplies, announced the promotion of Kristofer Harding to the position of Assistant Branch Manager at the company's Gloucester, Massachusetts, branch.

As Assistant Branch Manager, Harding will continue to strengthen customer relationships, manage the day-to-day operations for the branch, and continue to help build ESC's presence in the Gloucester area.

A Medford, Massachusetts, resident, Harding previously worked in a Counter Sales position at ESC's Wakefield, Massachusetts, branch. He began working with ESC in June 2012, where he performed several Warehouse roles, including Driver, Receiving, and Shipping. Prior to joining the Burlington, Massachusetts-based company, Harding worked in Warehouse Operations.

"We are proud of all Kristofer has accomplished at ESC and we know he will make a terrific Assistant Branch Manager. He always goes above and beyond to service our clients," said ESC President, Larry LaFreniere. "His efforts will help strengthen our Gloucester branch, as well as the company as a whole."