Fleet Operations has appointed Doug Hyett to the newly-created role of commercial director.
He will be tasked with overseeing the fleet management company’s commercial development, drawing on more than 20 years of fleet industry experience, with former roles including national fleet sales manager for Volkswagen UK, and head of mega fleets and sales director for Lex Autolease.
Hyett said: “I’m delighted to join Fleet Operations; an agile, innovative company with an enviable heritage of independence and unrivalled expertise in delivering tailor-made solutions to meet clients’ needs.
“I am confident I can help the company to continue to raise the fleet management bar, supporting and cost-optimising fleet businesses as they navigate a period of considerable change for industry.”
Fleet Operations managing director Richard Hipkiss said: “Doug’s appointment marks the latest step in an exciting chapter for Fleet Operations, as we continue our rapid growth trajectory, injecting fresh thinking, innovation and energy into the fleet automotive sector.
“He shares our values, customer-first mentality and long-term strategic vision. His extensive leadership experience and impressive in-depth knowledge of the industry will make him an invaluable addition to our team.”
