Whitley, UK: Jaguar Land Rover has appointed Bob Grace as European Regional Director, effective from 1 August 2015. Based in Frankfurt, Bob will continue to report to Andy Goss, Global Sales Operations Director.
Bob moves to the new role following five years as President of Jaguar Land Rover's operations in China where he has made a significant contribution to the growth and development of the Company in the market. In 2015, Bob celebrates 30 years at Jaguar Land Rover where he has held several senior Sales & Marketing positions internationally, including the UK, Central America and Argentina.
Andy Goss, Global Sales Operations Director, said,"Jaguar Land Rover has made remarkable progress in China over the past five years and I would like to thank Bob for the significant contribution he has made to the development of our business in China. Earlier this year, he received an OBE for his outstanding contribution to the industry and promoting Sino‑British bilateral trade.
"I am looking forward to working with Bob in Europe, an extremely important strategic region for Jaguar Land Rover."
Europe has the largest number of Jaguar Land Rover dealers globally with almost 1,000 dealers across 36 countries. Last year, more than 85,000 vehicles were sold in the region making it Jaguar Land Rover's most successful year in Europe this century.
Commenting on his new role, Bob Grace said, "I have had an incredible five year assignment in China and I am now looking forward to my new role. With Jaguar Land Rover's plans to introduce 50 new products in the next five years, it is an exciting time for me to be taking the opportunity to grow the business in this important region".
Bob's replacement in China will be subject to a future announcement. Richard Shore will assume responsibility for the Company's corporate functions in China on an interim basis. Richard is currently Chief Financial Officer for Jaguar Land Rover China.
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