Head of fleet at Škoda UK, Martin Burke, will leave the manufacturer this month to take up a new role as head of customer quality for Volkswagen Group UK.
Burke’s eight years with Škoda have seen fleet registrations soar from 8,500 in 2004 to 23,524 in 2012, and the brand now boasts a record market share of 2.3%.
Under his leadership, the manufacturer has increased the number of fleet sales managers to ensure complete coverage of the UK and Northern Ireland, and introduced its ‘Fit for Fleet’ initiative. This programme focuses on training and development for specialist retailers who are concentrating on growing fleet sales.
Škoda has also seen success at the Fleet News Awards awards, receiving two Fleet News Most Improved Fleet Manufacturer of the Year wins among its collection of fleet-related accolades.
He said: “I have had a hugely satisfying time over the last eight years in building a brand-focused fleet team and fully establishing our Škoda products as ‘fit for purpose’ fleet vehicles to the marketplace.
“We are now taken seriously as a credible fleet player in the industry and have built excellent and sustainable customer relationships.
“The success story will most definitely continue with the forthcoming introduction of the new Octavia which I firmly believe will become the ‘next company car of choice’.”
Alasdair Stewart, Škoda UK brand director, said: “Martin has made an exceptional contribution to the development of our fleet business.
“He’s built a very strong team that is widely recognised and appreciated throughout the industry, and helped further establish Škoda with fleet operators as a brand that delivers great quality cars at outstanding value for money.
“All of us at Škoda UK would like to thank Martin for many years of excellent service and wish him all the best in his new role.”
Škoda said Burke’s replacement will be announced in due course.
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