Hendy Group expands operational board amid regional restructure

Hendy Group has strengthened its operational board with the appointment of two new members and role changes for two others as part of a transition to a new regional operating model.

The restructure introduces three regional operational directors to oversee the group’s core territories across southern England, along with the creation of a new group aftersales director role. All four appointments will report to chief operating officer Duncan Mcphee, who took on his role last October.

Paul Murrells, formerly director of new vehicle operations, has been appointed as regional operational director for the east. David Cooper joins as regional operational director for central, bringing 14 years of experience from Lookers, where he represented brands such as BMW, Mini, Volvo, Polestar, and JLR.

John Stone steps into the regional operational director for the west role, returning to Hendy after two decades in senior positions, including at Harwoods, HR Owen, and Lookers. Pete Walker, previously group service and bodyshop director, now takes on the newly created position of group aftersales director, leveraging over 20 years of aftersales and workshop expertise.

“These are critical senior appointments, ensuring we define and deliver on an exciting new vision for the Group while maintaining our strong growth trajectory,” said Paul Hendy, chief executive of Hendy Group.

McPhee added, “The expanded Board will ensure alignment with our Group objectives and foster operational excellence across all areas of the business.”

Hendy Group, ranked among the UK’s top 20 dealer groups, reported a 2024 turnover exceeding £1bn and currently represents over 20 automotive brands across the south coast.