Autodimservice – Leading Truck & Passenger Car Parts Distribution

I have known and worked with Phil for over 5 years. During this time, we have increased our turnover several times.

We never had any misunderstandings in business.
His company is always flexible in business matters.

We are pleased to deal with such a person who has become a true friend for us.

flag-ukraineTaras Lataichuk | Purchasing Director – Autodimservice – Ukraine

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ITAL Express – Leading European Truck Parts Distributor

Phil has a unique experience of the UK / European aftermarket and a considerable relationship network.

In addition to being a pleasant person, he is also remarkably upright and has always done his utmost to defend the interests of his clients / constituents even in the most difficult circumstances.

I loved working with Phil (over 25 years) and who has always good advice when required.

flag-frMr Patrice Claverie | Managing Director – ITAL Express France

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Skuba – leading European supplier for truck components

Skuba are the leading European supplier for truck components with 14 branches within European Countries.

We have worked with Phil for many years, we have found him to be extremely helpful in assisting our business to find new suppliers across Europe. His knowledge of the European market is second to none ! He has always been honest, 100% reliable and trustworthy.

I would recommend European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any business wishing to improve their purchase requirement

flag-LithuaniaGintas Svidinskas | Skuba Group / Lithuania
Commercial Director

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Algo Italy – World leading Window Regulator Manufacturer

Euro Aftermarket has been a reliable and serious partner for business management in the UK.Thanks to the collaboration with Phil over many years, the strategic choices that are helping the group in the difficult market times have been defined.

We enjoyed Phil’s knowledge of both the local and international markets and the thoroughness of his advice.

Alessandro Cassina – Algo Group Sales Director Italy

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Sales Director

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Transwipers – Leading European Wiper Specialist Truck and Bus

I have know Phil for over a decade and have learnt to respect his knowledge and insight whilst dealing with European or Asian manufacturers & distributors.

He clearly sees both sides of the market and is very adept at keeping those two sides happy.

Too many times the small details can be overlooked when negotiating with a new supplier but Phil guides you through the process patiently & professionally.

flag-ukMr Simon Atkins | Managing Director England.

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SAG (Swiss Auto Group) – Leading European Distribution Group

We have worked with Phil for many years, he is a leading figure in the European aftermarket components field

we would be very happy to recommend European Aftermarket Management to anyone needing to grow their European business

He is trustworthy, Honest, and 100% reliable and very easy to work with – A problem solver !!

flag-sa flag-auPhilipp Koller | SAG (Swiss Auto Group) Switzerland / Austria
Global Procurement Manager

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Microfinish – World Leading Engine components Manufacturer

Microfinish is a leading global manufacturer of precision engine components and an approved supplier to many OEMs and aftermarket suppliers worldwide.

We have worked with Phil for many years to increase our geographic exposure and we have found him to be extremely knowledgeable with a vast network.

His knowledge of the European market is second to none! Phil has always been honest, 100% reliable and trustworthy.

I would recommend European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any business wishing to improve their understanding of the European market.

flag-saDeshan Naidoo | Microfinish – South Africa
CEO

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Automotive Parts Distribution Ltd – One of Europe’s leading export houses

Phil Fitzpatrick has for over two years been working as an independent Export Sales Manager for APD (Automotive Parts Distribution Ltd) who are a leading member of the respected UK Parts aftermarket group called IFA, and who themselves are part of Auto Distribution International (ADI) one of the world’s leading aftermarket groups. Working as export manager to assist APD to grow its international business and a member of the export team, who has helped to increase sales in 2016 by over 100%.

Phil has very good contacts across the world, working with over 70 countries worldwide.
Euro Aftermarket has the experience and knowledge and credentials to increase sales worldwide.

flag-ukMr Fraser Murray | Automotive Parts Distribution Ltd.
Purchase Director

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Federal-Mogul Aftermarket U.K Ltd – World leading friction manufacturer

European Aftermarket Management Limited has worked closely with Federal-Mogul in the U.K. Aftermarket. Their remit has been to assist in customer relationship management, marketing research and competitor analysis. The work completed by European Aftermarket Management Limited has been significant in assisting Federal-Mogul to further strengthen long-term business relationships and win extended contracts with key customers. We would not hesitate to recommend European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any organisation looking to develop their insight into customers operating in the U.K. Independent Aftermarket.

flag-ukMr Mark Page | Federal-Mogul Aftermarket U.K Ltd.
Director UK & Ireland

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MTS – One of the major suppliers of exhaust systems within Europe

Based just outside of Venice Italy, We have been working with European Aftermarket Management for over 7 years, and due to EAM’s experience within the UK and Irish markets not only in sales development, but also in product requirements, market information, and also having an excellent relationship with all the main players.

We have seen our export sales to these areas increase substantially due to EAM’s involvement.
We would highly recommend European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any other components manufacturer.

flag-italyMr Walter Burella
| Expert Manager MTS Exhaust Systems Italy
Director UK & Ireland

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ArvinMeritor – World Leading Original Equipment Manufacturer

I have worked with Phil Fitzpatrick for many years, his expertise of the UK market is more than useful, he knows the major players and could give a great assistance to any company who wants to grow in UK Automotive Aftermarket. He is always a very good advisor when I need a better understanding of the UK aftermarket moves.

flag-frThierry Leblanc | Ex-Director of Sales and Marketing Europe
Arvin Meritor Aftermarket – France

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GSF Car Parts – Leading UK Parts Distribution Specialist

We are the leading Specialist in German Swedish and French aftermarket car parts in the UK and have a turnover in excess of £50 million, and have worked with Phil Fitzpatrick during his time as UK Sales Manager with many leading Parts suppliers to ourselves over the past 25 years. With his market knowledge, experience and enthusiasm, he has assisted in the growth of our relationship with these suppliers and has always been one of the most honest, hard working Sales Managers to visit us. The Success of any business is partly due to the relationship you have with your suppliers, and this has been proved by our relationship with Phil

flag-ukMr. Maurice Forde Director | German, Swedish and French Car Parts Ltd

United Aftermarket Network – UK National Buying Group

Having known and worked with Phil for a number of years, both with the FSG and latterly with UAN, he has always provided top class services in a highly professional and efficient way. He is always quick to respond to requests and is highly regarded throughout the UK Automotive Aftermarket.

flag-ukMr. Andrew Dickinson | Director – United Aftermarket Network

Bearmach PLC – One of the Leading Landrover specialists worldwide

This is to confirm that we have known Mr. Phil Fitzpatrick for over 25 years. Phil is totally trustworthy and honest. We have never had any cause for concern regarding any transaction we have undertaken with him. In addition to the above he has a humbleness and humility difficult to find in today’s Business world. We would have no hesitation in recommending Phil for any project.

flag-ukJohn Torosyan | Managing Director – Bearmach Plc

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Jose G Neto, Lda – Leading Sales and Marketing Agency Portugal

Since 1985, we have known Phil for over 25 years. Through this good relationship, we began , last year to work together directly, and Phil through his company “European Aftermarket Management” has been able to set up Distribution in Portugal, on behalf of one of his English clients.

As always, Phil has always presented himself very professional, correct and friendly. We hope that our cooperation could bring even more successful results during the next years.

flag-portugalMary Neto | Director – Portugal

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ACI – One of Europe’s leading manufacturers of Brake shoes supplying many household names throughout the European Aftermarket.

I have known Phil Fitzpatrick for over 25 years. For 12 of those years Phil was our Sales and Marketing Manager and was invaluable in improving both our sales and our image in the European Aftermarket!

I have always considered him to be at the top of his profession, and I am confident his enthusiasm and experience will be of great benefit to other European Parts Manufacturers.

flag-ukAndrea Picucci | Managing Director ACI Ltd.

Filtertaekni – Major Aftermarket Parts Distributor in Iceland

I can confirm Mr. Fitzpatrick ability personally as I have worked with him for some years now.

Our ways crossed when we started imports of PJ Wiper Blades (now part of Valeo) a few years back and I found him good to work with, prompt, accurate and a man of his word. Phil’s knowledge of the business is excellent and whenever we needed assistance he was there for prompt service and assistance.

Knowing him as a team member of an export company would draw my attention towards that business.

flag-icelandHinrik Morthens | CEO and owner – Filtertaekni ehf. Iceland

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Tor-Trading OY – Leading Finnish Agency

I can always say honestly to anybody that it was really pleasure to work with you. It was a pleasure to see, during your trips to Finland, your professional way to work with our Finnish Clients. You had always the answer to any of the technical questions they made and you had the skill to listen to the customers as well.

I hope that I have possibility to continue the co-operation with you in the future.

flag-finlandHeikki Torppa | Managing Director – Tor-Trading Finland

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AD – Part of the International Automotive Distribution Group

This is to confirm that we have known Phil Fitzpatrick for many years and have been very happy to work with him, as his approach has always been very professional and courteous. He was instrumental in assisting us to introduce the SWF range to our customers, as he knows the Irish market extremely well. We wish him well for the future.

flag-irelandFred McCollum | General manager – AD Ireland

We have known Phil Fitzpatrick for several years and have been very satisfied to his work as Scandinavian sales manager in company Paul Journee. We have had during these years several requirements to and needs from our supplier, and in all these cases Phil has worked out a satisfying solution. He has always been courtesy and he has a professional touch in his work.

We wish him all the best in the future.

flag-finlandHannu Laine | Purchasing manager – AD Finland

KGK – Major Scandinavian Distribution Group

Phil worked with us for 2 years. During those 2 years we made great effort in increasing our sales together with new key account clients thought out Sweden. Thanks to Phil we managed to come up with new and fresh selling arguments.

KGK would be happy to work with Phil in the future, and recommend him to any European Components Company.

flag-swedenFredrik Hartman | Marketing Manager – KG Knutsson AB Sweden

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IFA – Major Buying Group within UK Aftermarket, 300 Branches Nationwide.

The IFA is probably the biggest of the buying groups, but we are also very demanding. We expect only the best, and we are a hard group to sell to. Phil answered all our questions, and gave excellent service over 3 years. At the end of that period we awarded him an exclusive 3 year supply contract against stiff opposition from rival companies”.

The IFA have known Phil for a long time he has always dealt with us in the most professional manner and utmost honesty.

flag-ukTony Rabicano | IFA Product Manager

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Bilstein – World’s Leading Suspension Manufacturer

European Aftermarket Management and Bilstein are cooperation on the U.K market since April 2004. As from that month on Mr. Fitzpatrick developed an enthusiastic idea to make the Bilstein trade name well known in the field of replacement shock absorbers.

As the Bilstein gas Pressure Shock Absorber mainly dominated in the fast road market a detailed analysis of the replacement market and its players needed to be established.

Due to the experience of Mr. Fitzpatrick it was possible to gain a very clear picture of the market, its price structure and its distribution system.

We are very happy with the results so far and optimistically look forward to gain our share in the U.K. shock absorber world. We thank Mr. Fitzpatrick for his knowledge, reliability and effectiveness on our behalf. We very much look forward to the future of this cooperation.

flag-germanyMr. Volker Wegerhoff | Head of Sales – ThyssenKrupp Bilstein Suspension- Germany

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NGK – World Leading Components Manufacturer

I have known Phil Fitzpatrick for many years as a fellow supplier to the UK Aftermarket; he has always been professional and Businesslike.

Phil is very well known and respected by the Distributor base in the UK Aftermarket. I have no reservations in offering this testimony to Phil’s Professionalism.

flag-ukMr. Brian Childs | Deputy Managing Director – KGK Spark Plugs UK

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Corteco – World Leading Original Equipment Manufacturer

Having worked with Phil for many years, Corteco would strongly recommend “European Aftermarket Management” as a company with comprehensive knowledge of the UK Aftermarket, which will undoubtedly be of assistance for any major tender.

flag-ukMartin Jones | General Manager – Corteco Ltd – United Kingdom

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Valeo – One of the World’s Leading Component Manufactures

Phil Fitzpatrick was fully responsible for the initial launch of the Pi and SWF brands within the UK IAM. This involved the formation of the marketing plan and deployment of all elements of the marketing mix. He has wide experience of the UK channels of distribution and this was demonstrated by the growth of the brands. Valeo is an independent industrial Group fully focused on the design, production and sale of components, integrated systems and modules for cars and trucks. Valeo ranks among the world’s top automotive suppliers. The Group has 128 plants, 65 R&D centers, 9 distribution centers and employs 68,800 people in 25 countries worldwide.

flag-ukMr. Peter Henry | Managing Director – Valeo Service UK

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A1 Motor Stores – Leading Retail Parts Group, 250 Sites across the UK

A1 Motor Stores is one of the leading groups of Independent Car Accessory Stores with over 250 sites throughout the UK. Al has been trading for over 21 years and over that time; I have had the pleasure of working with Phil on many projects.

I have always found Phil to be very knowledgeable with regards to the UK Automotive Aftermarket and in particular the main players and also the ever changing market trends.

Phil is very honest, professional and always prepared to help where necessary.

I would have no hesitation in recommending him, for any role that requires business development within the UK.

flag-ukJohn Murray | Product Manager – AIMS Group

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Wiper Technik – One of Europe’s Leading Wiping Specialists

Having known Phil for many years, and the standing Phil has within the UK Aftermarket I was keen to use his services when he announced he was starting his own Sales Management Company, Today Phil has been able to place our Company in markets we were not previously strong in, setting our pricing structures, improving margins, and setting up sales agents.

His Marketing skills have been of immense value, and have enabled us to improve our company image and save money at the same time.

I have no hesitation in recommending EAM for sales and marketing role

flag-ukMr. Don Pratt | Managing Director – Wiper Technik

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ADE – Leading Irish Aftermarket Distributor

To whom it may concern, I have known Mr. Phil Fitzpatrick, European Aftermarket Management, for many years and I have always found Phil to be hard working, conscientious and professional in all our dealings.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Phil to any company or organisation

flag-irelandAlan Lyons | Managing Director – Auto Diesel Electric Limited, Ireland

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Kronso – World Leading Gas Spring Manufacturer

I have worked with, and have known Phil for many years
He is a professional, honest and knowledgeable senior manager in the European Independent Aftermarket and is well respected by all that know him.

I can strongly recommend both him and EAM to you to grow your business in the UK and Irish markets

flag-polandPiotr Nawrocki | Sales Manager FA Krosno – Poland

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Dolz- One of the Worlds leading Water Pump Manufacturers

European Aftermarket Management ltd has worked with Dolz for over 6 years; during this time Phil has helped us grow our business in the UK / Irish / Australia markets.

Phil’s understanding of the aftermarket in UK / Ireland has been of great assistance has always been professional and friendly.

I would highly recommend European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any automotive components manufacturers in Europe as our relationship has been highly successful.

flag-spainMr Jesus Dolz | Managing Director, Spain

Stilidis Spare Parts – Greece’s Leading Parts Distributors

We are customer of European Aftermarket since the beginning of 2010 and we have an excellent cooperation with Phil.

flag-greeceKiriakos Stilidis Director | Stilidis SA, Greece

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Comotech Industries – One of Europe’s leading Wiper System suppliers

European Aftermarket Management Ltd has been working with Comotech for 2 years; Phil has been able to open new markets within the Bus-Truck-Train industries based in UK and Ireland.

European Aftermarket has also introduced Comotech to clients based in Australia / New Zealand / South Africa.

Phil’s knowledge of the market is extensive and his network is second to none, the reputation of European Aftermarket across automotive manufacturers in Europe is excellent.

Our growth in the UK / Irish markets has been extensive and this year we have awarded European Aftermarket Management a contract for sales and marketing within many of our sales territories / countries.

flag-canadaflag-frMr Thierry Berthou | Managing Director, France & Canada

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Boisanger – Leading Recruitment company based in Paris, France

I have known Phil for over 15 years, 5 of which I was his boss whilst at Valeo Wiper Systems, Paris, France, and during that time he was very successful. I would have no hesitation in recommending European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any Component Manufacturers wishing to enter the UK / Irish Aftermarket.

I cannot think of anyone with more aftermarket knowledge of the UK and Irish markets. Phil is honest, hard working and very professional.

flag-frMr Michel Debiastre | Ex-Director Valeo Wiper Systems
Currently World–wide Recruitment Manager for Boisanger France

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SWS – New Zealand’s Leading Wiper Specialist

It is my pleasure to recommend Phil Fitzpatrick and European Aftermarket Management Limited. During the time Screen Wipers Ltd has dealt with Phil he has provided top-notch quality, support and rates. Across the board, we are always pleased with the service.

I have no hesitation in recommending them as a company with which to do business. And can confidently recommend Phil as a solid and reliable supplier.

flag-newzealandRob Schrickel | Managing Director, Screen Wipers, New Zealand

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LMS – Leading UK Components Distributor

I have know Phil for over 25 years, in this time he has always dealt with us in a very professional manor, Phil is well respected in the UK Aftermarket, and it has always been a pleasure to work with him.

I would have no hesitation in recommending European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any European Component manufacturer looking to work with the main distributor groups in the UK

flag-ukMr Rod Hammond | Managing Director – Lloyds Motor Spares, UK

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Trico – World Leading Wiper Manufacturer

I have worked with, competed against and know Phil for many years. He is a professional, honest and knowledgeable senior manager in the Independent Aftermarket and is well respected by all that know him. I can strongly recommend both him and EAM to you.

flag-ukNigel Cole | European Aftermarket, UK

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Frys Spares – Australia’s Leading Component Supplier

I have known Phil for over 5 years and I have found him to be honest and reliable.

European Aftermarket Management has introduced two of his principals to our company and they have become major suppliers to us over the years, with purchases this period of over 250,000 Euros.

We are the leading Australian vehicle components supplier and would have no hesitation in recommending European Aftermarket Management Ltd to any other company looking to work with the most important component suppliers

flag-austaliaMr Matt Fry | Mangaging Director, Australia

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Michael Coullie – European Consultancy in Switzerland

I have known Phil for many years; I have found him to be hard-working, honest, and trustworthy and 100% reliable.

Over the past 5 years Phil has made his company one of the leading automotive consultancies / agencies in Europe.

I know many of the leading European manufacturers use European Aftermarket Management ltd. due to Phil’s considerable experience in the UK / Irish aftermarket, and would have no hesitation in recommending him to any component supplier

flag-switzerlandMichael Coullie | European Consultancy, Switzerland

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