Van Sales UK adds Business Development Team to its recipe for rapid expansion

Another foundation stone has been laid as independent vehicle supply specialist Van Sales UK seeks to build a major push for growth in 2023 – with the appointment of Liam Nicholas as its first Business Development Director.

Previously the company’s sales force has concentrated on ‘inbound’ inquiries – taking calls from people looking for new vans and supplying vehicles direct to customers’ premises at the best prices, with the minimum hassle or delay.

Now, in preparation for this year’s anticipated expansion, Liam and his team of five Business Development Executives are taking aim at operators who so far have not used the services of Van Sales UK.

“We’re targeting companies with fleets of 10 vehicles or more,” said Liam. “We believe the quick turnaround and hassle-free service that we can offer is ideally suited to these busy operations, and we want to tell people exactly how we can help keep their businesses running smoothly.”

The appointment of Liam and creation of a Business Development Team is part of a bigger picture. After growing steadily since its inception in 2017, Van Sales UK has also recently recruited a new Sales Director, Paul Cox, whose stated aim is to increase the number of vehicles sold to 10,000 per year.

Meanwhile, parent company Vanaways has just signed a ground-breaking deal with leading trade and DIY retailer Toolstation, which will market vans through its website, app and network of 550 stores.

Finally, a move to a larger, better-equipped new office is currently underway.

“There’s a real buzz about the business right now and everyone has an incredibly positive attitude,” said Liam. “We’re all fully focused on providing the best possible customer service because – especially in the fleet market, where operators are replacing vehicles on a regular basis. That’s how we’ll prove we’re worthy of winning and retaining their business.”

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