Tom Booth - Managing Director, Motor Division - DMG

Objective

Develop Dixon Motor strategy, gain full central management control and improve operational efficiency.

All actions aimed at taking the company to a point where the business could operate to a true traditional motor trade model.

The goal being to lay the foundations for the future success of the group.

Key milestones:

1. Re-structured the business in order to lever maximum EVA and enhance sale value. All metrics subject to a secrecy agreement.
2. Created a flat, affordable Leadership Team with strong dynamics and breadth of talent. 2,300 employees £680m turnover, 57 sites.
3. Introduced clear performance metrics and central command and control of all key levers.
4. Efficient and effective handover to new majority shareholders.