Sherwood Truck and Van appoints Bob McGarry as regional sales manager

Sherwood Truck and Van, the East Midlands commercial vehicle group, has appointed Bob McGarry to a new role of regional sales manager.

Bob, from Killamarsh, North East Derbyshire, will be based at the company’s Sheffield site in Highfield Lane, working directly for group sales director Robin Hulse.

The 53-year-old, who enjoys golf and fishing in his spare time, has spent all his working life in the truck industry and his appointment brings him back to Sherwood after leaving in 2006 – for a spell selling refuse lorries to local authorities.

He started work as a mechanic for his first employer, working his way up to be branch manager before joining a contract hire and rental company.

His first period with Sherwood began in 1991 when he worked as a truck salesman, covering South Yorkshire, before becoming group fleet sales manager in 2002.

Although based in Sheffield, he is hoping to be on the road as often as possible.

“Face-to-face contact with the customer is a fundamental sales tool and I will be expecting me and my team to be out there as much as possible,” said Bob.

“It’s a new role, but taking on some existing responsibilities. I will concentrate on growing the business while giving good leadership.

“Both my staff and Sherwood Truck and Van customers can expect honesty, integrity and a professional response to any challenges as they arise. I firmly believe in the phrase ‘if you snooze, you lose’ and I will be instilling this in all my staff.”

Sherwood Truck and Van, with its headquarters in South Normanton, Derbyshire, is part of West Bromwich-based Ian Guest Holdings, one of the UK’s largest independently owned commercial vehicle dealers.

The group covers an area that includes the West Midlands, North Wales, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and South Yorkshire.

Regional director responsible for the four Sherwood locations, Helen Waterfall, said: “It’s good to have Bob back on board.

“His working life has been spent in the truck business so he brings a wealth of experience, good contacts and a strong reputation to the team.”

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. As well as its headquarters in South Normanton and a branch in Sheffield, the group also has branches in Lenton, Nottingham, and in Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

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Sherwood Truck and Van supplies IMR Transport with six new Iveco Stralis tractor units

Sherwood Truck and Van, the East Midlands commercial vehicle group, has supplied six Iveco Stralis Active Space trucks to haulage firm IMR Transport.

They are now part of IMR’s 50-strong fleet operating from its base in Coventry Lane, Bramcote, near Nottingham.

IMR owner Ian Robertson said the Iveco Stralis AS440S45TXP was an impressive vehicle but he had also been persuaded by South Normanton-based Sherwood Truck and Van’s service, particularly the four-year Peace of Mind Supreme Repair and Maintenance package.

“We rented an Iveco Stralis Active Space during a busy period last year and the drivers were impressed. It also gave us excellent fuel returns,” said Mr Robertson.

“We have our own workshops but it is easier and far more cost-effective to have our trucks looked after by Sherwood.

“Like anyone with a mixed fleet, we get to know the strengths and weaknesses of the various manufacturers and their dealers very quickly.

“And I have to say we’re happy with Iveco and we’re delighted with the support we’ve had from Sherwood. They understand what running tractors is all about.”

Sherwood’s ‘Peace of Mind’ Repair and Maintenance package offers three levels of cover, ranging from the basic legal requirements of service and inspections, through to the full cover. This includes the legal requirements plus preventative maintenance inspections, clutch and brake wear, repairs arising from material or manufacturing defects, plus 24-hour emergency roadside assistance and recovery.

Sherwood Truck and Van, part of West Bromwich-based Ian Guest Holdings, one of the UK’s largest independently owned commercial vehicle dealers, has branches in Lenton, Nottingham, Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent, South Normanton near Alfreton, and Highfield Lane, Sheffield.

The group covers an area that includes the West Midlands, North Wales, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and South Yorkshire.

Regional director responsible for the four Sherwood locations, Helen Waterfall, said: “We understand how critical reliability is for our customers. That’s why we work so hard on our repair and maintenance packages. It’s good to know that they are paying off with deals like this from IMR.”

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

IMR Transport was set up as a one-man operation 17 years ago and is now a thriving haulage business run by Ian Robertson and his wife Lynne. It has 20,000sq ft of warehousing at its Bramcote base and a loyal customer base.

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If you need spares then talk to Sherwood Truck and Van's Kevin Brown

Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck and Van has appointed Kevin Brown as parts representative based at the company’s East Midlands HQ in South Normanton, Derbyshire.

As well as providing the quickest response possible when replacement parts are needed, he aims to develop new business and maintain relationships with existing customers.

The 39-year-old has 18 years of experience in the motor parts trade and was previously parts sales manager for a Midlands-based truck and bus dealer.

He will be responsible for supplying parts to the Derbyshire area.

Sherwood Truck and Van, now part of West Bromwich-based Guest Trucks, runs a 24-hour service with the capability to supply more than 15,000 parts to its dealership network.

The team can cater for a full range of vehicle makes and is currently running an Iveco Parts Price Challenge, promising to beat like-for-like prices.

Kevin, who lives in Swadlincote, South Derbyshire, with his wife Sarah and three children, said: “As well as offering the best prices, it is important that we are able to react as soon as parts are required.

“My mobile phone is always on and we’re ready to respond to our clients’ needs.”

In his spare time he grows vegetables and keeps chickens at his allotment. He says he also “tries” to play golf.

Regional director responsible for the four Sherwood locations, Helen Waterfall, said: “It’s great to welcome Kevin to Sherwood Truck and Van.

“Keeping our customers happy and reacting when spares and new parts are needed is a crucial job in a competitive field.

“Promoting sales and marketing campaigns like our summer offers on original Iveco brake and clutch parts will be a key part of Kevin’s role as we strive to provide the best service possible.”

Guest Trucks is one of the UK’s largest independently owned commercial vehicle dealers and the single largest Iveco distributor.

The group now covers an area that includes the West Midlands, North Wales, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and South Yorkshire, and Norfolk.

Its network includes 12 full service Iveco dealerships, supported by local agreements with an additional eight authorised Iveco repairers.

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

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Sherwood Truck and Van employee Greg Townley steps into group-wide role for Guest Motors

Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck and Van’s health and safety chief Greg Townley has been appointed facilities manager for parent company Guest.

Previously responsible for health and safety at Sherwood’s four sites – in South Normanton, near Alfreton; Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent; Lenton, Nottingham; and in Sheffield – he now takes care of 15 sites stretching from Sheffield to Cambridge.

The 50-year-old joined Sherwood Truck and Van in May 2010 as health and safety/projects co-ordinator based at the company’s Nottingham site. His new appointment follows the acquisition of Sherwood Truck and Van earlier this year by West Bromwich-based Ian Guest Holdings.

He lives in Hucknall, near Nottingham, with wife Beverley and two children, 13-year-old Elizabeth and 11-year-old Jeffrey. He also has a 23-year-old stepson, Gareth.

His is now responsible for site maintenance and security, prioritising repairs, obtaining estimates and renegotiating contracts with suppliers. He will also be co-ordinating health and safety, waste control and considering the business’s environmental impact.

Greg said: “This role shows that Guest is willing to adopt best practice. I was already being used to cover the role for Sherwood so it made sense for me to take on group-wide responsibilities.

“Bringing everything together will allow other line managers to focus on their primary roles.

“I’m currently clocking up about 350 miles a week getting around the sites but I know this will increase as the role develops.”

Greg started work as an apprentice light vehicle mechanic with a firm in Nottingham, worked with a main dealer for 16 years becoming a master technician, before spending eight years with another motor group at branches in Nottingham, Leicester and Northampton.

He then worked for a Leicester dealership as after sales manager, and spent the three years before joining Sherwood Truck and Van working for a multi-franchised dealership in Lincoln as service manager and health and safety co-ordinator.

Regional director responsible for the four Sherwood locations, Helen Waterfall, said: “It’s great to see someone from Sherwood moving into a group role following the acquisition.

“I know Greg will use his talent, knowledge and expertise to boost efficiency and cost effectiveness.”

Ian Guest Holdings is one of the UK’s largest independently owned commercial vehicle dealers and the single largest Iveco distributor.

The group now covers an area that includes the West Midlands, North Wales, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and South Yorkshire. Its network includes 12 full service Iveco dealerships, supported by local agreements with an additional eight authorised Iveco repairers.

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

Sherwood prides itself on its service pedigree with a stock holding of more than 15,000 lines, a fully equipped accident repair centre and 24-hour roadside support.

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Sherwood Truck and Van supplies kit for school’s trip to basketball finals

A Sheffield school basketball team has brand new shirts thanks to Sherwood Truck and Van Ltd.

Youngsters at Brunswick Community Primary School, in Woodhouse, were kitted out by the commercial vehicle supplier before taking part in a finals tournament with schools from across Sheffield.

Extended schools co-ordinator Julie Dennison said the mixed team of year five youngsters – aged 10 and 11 – did really well, finishing fifth in the competition.

“It was excellent that they could compete using the bibs provided by Sherwood Truck and Van. The team played really well. For some children these school competitions are the only opportunity they have to take part in sport,” she said.

“This helps to raise their self-esteem and confidence. It is fantastic that the company provided this support.”

The link with the school came about through Sherwood Truck and Van employee Terry Craig, who is married to teaching assistant Caroline Craig.

Helen Waterfall, regional director of Sherwood Truck and Van, which has a dealership in Highfield Lane, Sheffield, said: “Sport is such an important part of growing up, we were more than happy to help. I’m delighted the children had such an enjoyable day out at the finals.”

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

It is now best known as a dealership for Iveco trucks and vans – the second largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Europe. It recently became part of the Guest Motors Group of Companies.

Sherwood prides itself on its service pedigree with a stock holding of more than 15,000 lines, a fully equipped accident repair centre and 24-hour roadside support.

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Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck and Van appoints new workshop manager and workshop controller

Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd has appointed Darren Hill as its new workshop manager at its headquarters at Blackwell, near Alfreton.

Darren, who lives in Nottingham, has 28 years of motor trade experience, spending 14 years with a Ford main dealer and 14 years with an Iveco dealer before joining Sherwood Truck & Van, which also has dealership sites at Lenton in Nottingham, at Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent, and in Highfield Lane, Sheffield.

Taking over the running of the workshop and leading a 16-strong team of technicians, he is being supported by workshop controller Philip Pastuszka, 44, who has worked in the motor trade since he was 16 and who also recently joined Sherwood Truck & Van.

Philip, from Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, began his career working for a waste disposal company with a fleet of trucks and other vehicles where he qualified as a technician. He then spent several years with a car dealership before making the move back to trucks.

Sherwood Truck & Van recently became part of the Guest Group. Regional director responsible for the four Sherwood locations, Helen Waterfall, said: “I am delighted to welcome Darren and Philip.

“They bring a wealth of motor trade experience to our business and I know they, and their team, will ensure the workshop runs efficiently and to schedule and continues to provide excellent service to our customers.”

Darren has replaced Ryan Hemp, who has moved to pastures new.

The acquisition of Sherwood by Ian Guest Holdings confirmed the West-Bromwich-based dealer group’s position as one of the largest independently owned commercial vehicle dealers and the single largest Iveco distributor in the UK.

The Guest Group now covers an area of responsibility for Iveco, which includes the West Midlands, North Wales, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and South Yorkshire. Its network includes 12 full service Iveco dealerships, supported by local agreements with an additional eight authorised Iveco repairers.

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

It is now best known as a dealership for Iveco trucks and vans – the second largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Europe.

Sherwood prides itself on its service pedigree with a stock holding of more than 15,000 lines, a fully equipped accident repair centre and 24-hour roadside support.

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Sherwood Truck & Van reveals employees of the quarter

Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd has named its latest employees of the quarter from its branches across the East Midlands, South Yorkshire and Staffordshire.

Dawn Bradshaw, dealership administrator at the company’s Sheffield site, Jez Moxon, workshop controller in Nottingham, Stoke-based parts salesman Kevin Merry, and finance administrator, marketing executive and PA to the managing director, Vicki Bird, based in Blackwell, near Alfreton, are each £100 better off thanks to the incentive scheme.

“It’s always a real pleasure to reward staff for their hard work and commitment,” said Helen Waterfall, managing director of Sherwood Truck & Van, which is based at Blackwell, near Alfreton, Derbyshire, and has branches at Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent, at Lenton, Nottingham, and in Highfield Lane, Sheffield.

“Their efforts will ensure we maintain our competitive edge and continue to offer the best possible service for customers across all our sites.”

Sherwood is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

It is now best known as a dealership for Iveco trucks and vans – the second largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Europe.

Sherwood prides itself on its service pedigree with a stock holding of more than 15,000 lines, a fully equipped accident repair centre and 24-hour roadside support.

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Familiar face returns to Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd

Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd has appointed Jeremy Hulme as new business development manager (sales & after sales executive) at the company’s Stoke branch.

The move marks a return for Jeremy, who previously worked at Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd for a decade until leaving in 2007 to widen his industry knowledge and experience with Aquila Trucks.

Jeremy worked in a number of roles previously at Sherwood including after sales manager and service manager.

He has rejoined as new business development manager (sales & after sales executive), looking after Stoke and the surrounding regions of Staffordshire.

Born and bred in the area, 44-year-old Jeremy is a truck man through and through, and highly respected by operators throughout the county.

“This industry is all about delivering a service, offering the highest levels of support to practical people with a job to do,” he said. “Truck and van operators alike, Sherwood have the highest reputation for exactly that - that’s why I’m back, and I’m delighted to be so.”

Sherwood Truck & Van is based at Blackwell, near Alfreton, Derbyshire, and as well as the branch at Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent, also has branches at Lenton, Nottingham, and Highfield Lane, Sheffield.

“We’re delighted to welcome Jeremy Hulme back to the Sherwood fold at Stoke,” said Helen Waterfall, managing director of Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd. “His experience is extensive and it is great to have him as part of the team once again.”

Sherwood Truck & Van is a leading supplier of new and used commercial vehicles, established in 1978. The company also maintains, services and repairs commercial vehicles across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire and most of Cheshire.

It is now best known as a dealership for Iveco trucks and vans – the second largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Europe. The firm is also an Isuzu Truck dealer at Sheffield - providing vehicle sales, parts sales and vehicle repairs and servicing.

Sherwood prides itself on its service pedigree with a stock holding of more than 15,000 lines, a fully equipped accident repair centre and 24-hour roadside support.

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Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd backs The Full Monte

Commercial vehicle group Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd has helped a charity car rally to net more than £26,000 for a string of good causes.

The company provided a support vehicle for The Full Monte – a five-day rally featuring exclusive cars like Ferraris, Aston Martins and Bentleys.

Travelling from Eastwell Manor in Kent and ending at the Monte Carlo Bay Hotel, 55 participants in 25 cars drove through France, Switzerland, Italy and Monaco….taking in some of Europe’s most luxurious hotels and Michelin star food.

The event, now in its third year, raised thousands of pounds for The Full Monte Charitable Trust, which supports a range of charities. Since it was founded in 2008, the rally has netted almost £100,000 for charity.

“Sherwood Truck & Van Ltd was proud to provide a support vehicle for The Full Monte, and we are delighted to hear that the event was such a success and raised more than £26,000 for charities,” said Helen Waterfall, managing director of Sherwood Truck & Van, which is based at Blackwell, near Alfreton, and has branches at Lenton in Nottingham, Etruria in Stoke-on-Trent, and Highfield Lane, Sheffield.

Event founder and organiser Alex Hamilton said: “This year was a fantastic success and we hope to continue it for many years to come. We would like to thank Sherwood Truck & Van who very kindly donated a support vehicle for the event.”

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