Meet the Team: Craig Douglas, Local Business Development Manager for Mercedes-Benz South West Vans

Here at Mercedes-Benz South West Vans, we believe that exceptional service starts with exceptional people. From Sales and Servicing to customer care and beyond, our dedicated team is at the heart of everything we do.

In this blog, we’re excited to introduce you to one of the friendly faces behind the brand. Whether you’re visiting us for the first time or have been with us for years, we hope this gives you a closer look at the passion, experience, and personality that drives our team forward.

What’s your role at Mercedes-Benz South West and what does a typical day look like for you?

I’m the Local Business Development Manager for Vans in Plymouth.

How long have you been with the company, and what drew you to work here?

I’ve been here for 10 months and love building businesses. So, building Plymouth Vans from the ground up is a great challenge

What’s your favourite thing about working at Mercedes-Benz South West? 

Meeting new customers and finding them what they need.

What's one project or achievement you're particularly proud of?

Record Performance for Plymouth Vans in April,

If you could switch roles with anyone else in the company for a day, who would it be and why?

I would switch Roles with our Admin ladies Britt and Lauren and make sure they have a signed order form… they will understand.

If your team had a mascot, what would it be?

Lion, Symbolising strength, courage and leadership.

What’s your go-to song for driving?

 Currently , Too Easy by Connor Price

What’s your guilty pleasure film or TV show?

Anchorman

Which Mercedes-Benz model would you be and why?

C63 AMG , its just a beast,

What do you like to do when you're not at work?

Being with the kids and going on adventures.

What’s a fun fact your colleagues might not know about you?

I had my Pilots license.

Have you got a hidden talent?

I’m a great cook.

If you could have dinner with any three people (dead or alive), who would you choose?

My Uncle, Bob Marley, Nelson Mandela

Where would be your dream holiday destination?  

Exploring USA