TMD Friction has grown its UK sales team with the appointment of Jake Prout as area sales manager for the South West IAM.
Prout brings over 15 years’ experience in aftermarket sales to the brake friction specialists, including most recently two and a half years with BMW UK.
Prout said: “I’m delighted to join TMD Friction and build on the excellent foundations of service established by the UK sales team.”
In his new role, Prout will support TMD Friction’s customers in both passenger car and commercial vehicle aftermarket sectors.
“I’ll be looking to support customers across the entire southwest region and be their trusted advisor for braking solutions. The changing landscape of the industry represents numerous opportunities in my new role, as TMD builds on its position as a leader in braking technology, both now and in the future.
“I have a solid background in automotive aftermarket having worked with one of the UK’s largest motor factors, and more recently with a tech supplier to BMW,” he added.
Nick Hayes, UK sales manager at TMD Friction, said: “TMD Friction continues to expand its expertise, and with Jake’s appointment, we’re perfectly placed to meet customer demand and support our commercial vehicle customers across the country.“