Ford appoints new MD for SA and sub-Saharan Africa

Neale Hill

Hill will receive the baton from Dr. Casper Kruger, a seasoned automotive professional with over 20 years' experience in the market, who will be taking on a new personal endeavour.

Hill, currently director of marketing, sales and service, has experience both in his home country of South Africa but also internationally. Over his 25-year plus career at Ford, Hill has worked across various functions including sales, marketing and at general management level. Hill will report to Mark Ovenden, president, Ford Middle East and Africa.

Responsibilities

In his new role, Hill will be responsible for growth in the company operations across the region as Ford South Africa continues to grow its customer-centric product offerings, improving operational fitness and further develop its customer base.

"Neale has a wealth of experience in the market and we are thrilled and fortunate to be able to draw on his talent and experience in this role. Neale's customer focus combined with his deep brand and product experience in South Africa and across sub-Sahara will be an incredible asset as we move the business forward," said Ovenden.