Dawn Smith has joined Rygor Commercials as its new business development manager having spent more than five years in a fleet van sales role within the Mercedes-Benz network.

“I’m relishing this opportunity,” she said. “It’s business as usual in the sense that my new position allows me to continue working with the finest range of light commercial vehicles on the market.”

Health and fitness enthusiast Smith, who lives near Pershore, Worcestershire, has competed at a national level in bicycle time trials and learnt to swim relatively recently so she could take part in triathlons. This dedication and determination is a trait which she carries into her work life too.

“This new role represents a big step up,” she continued. “Whereas previously I was dealing with customers on a regional basis, I am now talking to operators and pursuing new business opportunities on a truly national level.

“Rygor is an exciting place to work, particularly with the company’s continued investment in the business and the team. It’s been a fantastic first couple of months and I look forward to seeing what the future holds.”

Though based at Rygor’s flagship Gloucester branch, Smith also spends much of her time on the road, visiting established and prospective customers. She is a dedicated point of contact at Rygor for customers, and is there to understand their organisation’s needs and deliver vehicle solutions which are right for their business.