Under the changes, Martin Gurney will take up the position of director, fleet and used vehicles, replacing Phil Robson who will take on an international role with Peugeot in France.

In addition, Peugeot has announced the appointment of Nick Crossley to the newly created role of head of business sales, reporting to Neil Moscrop, director, sales operations. Crossley will be responsible for developing strategic sales channels for Peugeot with the aim of driving both car and van sales to local SMEs via the dealer network.

Under the changes, Martin Gurney will be replaced in his current role of director of programming, logistics and distribution for PSA Peugeot Citroën by David Higgins who in turn will be replaced by Mark Pickles who becomes director of parts and service, Peugeot. 

Handovers will take place this month and next, with the new roles effective from 1st January 2014.