Northgate Vehicle Hire, which has a branch at Deighton in Huddersfield, has appointed Mark Goss as asset procurement director as the company sets to expand and build upon its growth plans.

Mr Goss will be responsible for Northgate’s UK asset procurement strategy and all related purchases across its network of 69 branches.

Previously working as head of best practice, procurement and asset management for energy giant EON, Mr Goss has a wealth of experience in developing, managing and optimising procurement systems.

Having worked with the company for almost nine years, he was responsible for a team of more than 85 people supporting EON’s procurement transformation in both the UK and Sweden.

Mr Goss’ new role at Northgate will see him draw on this experience as he heads asset-related purchases associated with the company’s 55,000-strong fleet of vehicles.

Mr Goss said: “Northgate’s growth strategy is exciting to say the least. Joining the company at this critical growth period provides me with a unique opportunity to shape the company’s vehicle associated assets..”

Mike Willink, supply chain and business development director for Northgate Vehicle Hire, said: “Mark has a wealth of industry experience.

“His proven track record and clear ability to lead a team and structure improvements means this appointment is well deserved.”

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