JRP Distribution continues its expansion plans by appointing Andy Taylor

Leading automotive distribution company, JRP Distribution, has revealed that it has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of Andy Taylor, who brings with him more than 30 years of aftermarket experience.

Having previously held positions with the likes of original equipment (OE) wiper blade manufacturer,

TRICO, and renowned braking company, Juratek, Andy has taken up the role of Key Account Manager at JRP. 

He will be focusing on speaking to customers across the UK & Ireland to keep them updated with the latest product offerings and supporting them in growing their sales through range development, customer promotions, and co-ordinating with the JRP marketing team to increase brand awareness.

JRP has a 60,000 sqft warehouse and office in Chichester and supplies more than 5,000 market leading products to various sectors, with its core business focusing on the automotive sector. Its brands include Autobar, Eco-motive, Simply Brands, J-B Weld, Tecniks, Frsh Scents and Invisible Glass, amongst others.

Andy commented on his new appointment: “I’ve seen all levels of the trade, from retail to wholesale, and worked for OE suppliers and manufacturers, as well as distributors in my tenure, so I’m very excited to face a new challenge and help to grow JRP’s business. It’s a fantastic company with a long history that is not afraid to venture into new areas where there’s a need and it can supply a quality solution.” 

“I know that I’ll be kept extremely busy at JRP and look forward to speaking to current and future customers in my new role. It’s a sustained period of growth for JRP so I’m enthusiastic to see the business continue to expand in 2024. We have high ambitions for growth, all of which we believe are achievable. I’m looking forward to the challenge and joining at such a busy time for the company.”

Ollie Page, Managing Director of JRP, said: “We’re delighted to bring somebody of Andy’s calibre into our established and successful team - he has fantastic experience in the aftermarket, knows people at every level in the industry and has great technical knowledge. We’re going through an exciting time at JRP as we continue to drive and grow our business so I’m really looking forward to what 2024 can bring us, especially with Andy on board.”