Glyn Hopkin, an independent dealer group, has named Tim Murphy as its new chief operations officer (COO).
Murphy brings a wealth of experience, having previously held roles as franchise director for Audi and Jaguar Land Rover at Marshall’s, as well as serving as group operations director and executive board member at Motorline Group.
Fraser Cohen, CEO of Glyn Hopkin, remarked, “Tim’s vast industry background and successful track record will be crucial as we work to expand and enhance our operations. His experience managing relationships with numerous manufacturers will be highly beneficial for the group.”
In his role as COO, Murphy will manage all dealerships under the brands Nissan, MG, Kia, Renault, Dacia, Alpine, and Suzuki, with a particular emphasis on both sales and aftersales services.
His key objectives will include promoting excellence throughout all operations, establishing strong partnerships, improving the customer experience, and ensuring alignment with the company’s core values.
Cohen expressed enthusiasm about Murphy’s addition to the Glyn Hopkin Board, stating, “His leadership and strategic perspective will be essential in guiding the group’s future, especially in light of our newly implemented Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) scheme.”
Murphy himself stated, “I’m thrilled to take on the role of COO at Glyn Hopkin and am eager to collaborate with the Board and team to foster innovation and provide exceptional service to our customers.”
Glyn Hopkin operates 35 dealerships throughout London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Suffolk, and ranks 37th among the top 200 dealer groups in the country.
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