Car leasing advertising portal ContractHireandLeasing.com has appointed Craig Moran as manufacturer and dealer relationship manager.

In his new role, Moran will be responsible for building upon and growing ContractHireandLeasing.com’s formal partnerships with automotive manufacturers, as well as increasing the number of dealership networks within the company’s portfolio of advertisers.

His appointment is part of ContractHireandLeasing.com’s wider strategy to grow its network of dealership and manufacturing partners.

Moran has 28 years of experience in the automotive industry, previously holding managerial positions in both business development and corporate sales at Zenith Contracts and Mercedes-Benz North Yorkshire.

Moran said: “The way consumers choose to pay for the cars they drive is changing rapidly, particularly with today’s ‘direct debit generation’.

“As more and more drivers become aware of the benefits and simplicity of leasing – it’s something that’s only set to continue growing.

“It’s definitely a trend that UK dealerships need to ensure they’re prepared for.”

He added: “ContractHireandLeasing.com is increasingly recognised as the number one resource for dealerships aiming to increase the leads they receive for their leasing deals, and our goal is for all manufacturers to be on board with us within the next two years.”

David Timmis, managing director of ContractHireandLeasing.com, said: “Bringing Craig on board is exactly what the business needs as we continue to expand.

“With his proven pedigree in the sector, we’re confident that he’ll help us build upon existing relationships with dealership networks and increase the pipeline of partners signing-up with us.”