Goodyear Dunlop is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Ryder to national account manager of Commercial Fleet.

He will be based at the company’s headquarters in Birmingham as well as travelling nationwide to build and strengthen relationships with key customers.

Ryder’s role will see him managing and developing Goodyear Dunlop’s expanding national key account portfolio, as well as developing the tyre manufacturer’s industry leading sales practices.

He said: “I am extremely pleased to have the opportunity to work for an organisation on the scale of Goodyear Dunlop.

"I was drawn to the company, not just for the fantastic product range, but the entire service provision that is offered. I believe that my role as National Account Manager will provide a fresh challenge that I look forward to.”

With 12 years’ experience in the automotive industry, Ryder joins Goodyear Dunlop from his role as area sales manager at commercial vehicle hire company, Northgate.