DISTAG - Key Persons


Aaron Morley

Job Titles:
  • Procurement Specialist
Responsible for all aspects for managing PowerDrive stock and dealing with day-to-day enquiries. Monitoring and reporting stock levels and placing orders with global supply network. Arranging quotes from existing and new suppliers and negotiate terms. Expedite urgent product requirements and ensure timely delivery for all orders. Receipt goods and raise discrepancies with suppliers. Maintaining accurate records on our MRP. I enjoy exploring the world with my family and finding new adventures for my son, I am a keen cyclist and like to get myself lost in the local forests and countryside. I love good food and eating out and with friends and family.

Adam Page

Job Titles:
  • Purchasing Assistant
  • Procurement Specialist
Responsible for hydraulic hose & fittings purchasing activities. Company management of ISO 9001 certification at Ipswich. Assist with movement of stock between our two locations in the UK (Ipswich and Dungannon). Place daily/monthly stock orders for hydraulic hose and fittings. Request quotes from suppliers and quote sales team accordingly. Set up new products on internal system. Update purchase prices where necessary. I am a very early riser as I have two horses that both my wife and I look after; when I have spare time away from the horses I watch football as I am a big Chelsea fan. I also play lawn bowls where I have been extremely fortunate to be successful at county and national level.

Alan Foley

Alan Foley Metal Fabricator Alan's main role in DistagQCS is the fabrication and assembly of bespoke axles and suspensions and repair work. He is also responsible for our welding work and general duties. As an All-Ireland boxer Alan now enjoys coaching boxing and if not in the ring can be found with his feet up fishing on the lake. Socialising and travelling another of Alans joys, sightseeing and ticking things off his bucket-list.

Alexander Gonchar

Job Titles:
  • Hydraulic Product Specialist / Technical Sales
Alexander Gonchar Hydraulic Product Specialist Technical sales support in hydraulics field, Implementation of new projects with existing and new customers, dealing with day-to-day inquiries, working with quality issues, dealing with suppliers of hydraulic valves, pumps, cylinders, etc… I like to read, learn new fields of expertise, and meet new people. I'm enjoying travelling, especially with my family. It's always good to learn something new and see a bigger picture!

Andy Butler

Andy Butler Delivery Driver Working as part of the delivery team Andy ensures items are complete, packed correctly, and safely delivered to our clients. With daily assigned routes within Ireland, Northern Ireland & on occasions the UK Andy is surely the face our customers see most. While Andy has a keen interest in all sports his real love in life is worldwide trekking and hillwalking as well as going on new adventures with all of his grandkinds. Covering miles in an HGV weekly, Andy has also covered many miles in many idyllic trekking trails including Everest base camp, Machu Picchu & Nepal!

Bart Murphy

Job Titles:
  • Product Control, Development
Bart is based at our office in Tullow and is responsible for Product Control, Development & Support. Bart joined us in July 2000, with years of experience in Purchasing, Stock Control, Technical drawing, Mechanical Engineering and Production roles. Bart is responsible for the supply and quality of the OEM and trailer parts range of Distag QCS products, in addition Bart also liaises with customers for the development and supply of new products. Bart is an avid Manchester United supporter and is Club Secretary of his local supporter's club. Fitness, running and triathlon is another passion of Barts and he has taken part in many marathons around the world. He has also completed in multiple triathlons up to and including Half Ironman distance and is currently training for a Full Ironman triathlon in 2022. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends and living life to the full!

Benjamin Whiting

Job Titles:
  • Internal Sales Administrator
Responsible for day-to-day customer enquiries, orders and all administration within the UK Aftermarket sales team. I answer, as quickly as possible any enquiries and orders that come through on email, phone and web. When I am not doing that, I have been known to be the "Office Feeder", and occasionally get a supply of cakes and other goodies for everyone. I like keeping active, going for a walk, run or cycle when I can. I also occasionally play Badminton or Basketball. I have a massive interest in Marvel films, and watch a lot of action and Sci-fi, Film/TV Series.

Brian Hourihane

Job Titles:
  • Product Line Manager
Brian supports our group sales teams and is responsible for preparing sales reports and analysing sales data. He also manages product

Cathal Deacon

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager
Cathal role can vary a lot, but typically Cathal is involved in developing new projects alongside our various customers and supplier base. Involved in managing customers' orders and ensuring all customers receive their orders on time and are kept informed of orders. Cathal has a keen interest in all types of agriculture from helping on the family farm with livestock to looking at various machines and how they operate. Cathal loves both watching and playing sports, currently playing a small bit for his local GAA club while also following some local rugby teams. Alongside, he enjoys socialising, travelling and getting outdoors at the weekends.

Catherine Hilder

Job Titles:
  • Procurement Manager
Working closely with team members, liaising with suppliers and internal customers to ensure continuity of supply to meet demand. Management of logistics to our Ipswich location via daily communication with our agents. Identifying key spend within Distag QCS and ways of adding value through procurement processes. This is achieved through continuous analysis of company needs and existing spend, determining strategic objectives and implemented through supplier review, selection and negotiations. Keeping up to date with ever changing global conditions, identifying and managing supply chain risks, opportunities and challenges as they arise. Outside of work I thoroughly enjoy trail and road running. Although still very much a novice, I like to challenge myself at OCR classes and races (Whole Hog, Tough Mudder and Nuclear Races to name a few).I am a keen reader, I strive to step out of my comfort zone and become more adventurous with my reading choices. Suggestions are always welcome! I am always up for trying a new craft. From cross stitching and card making to block printing and pottery throwing. Although my favourite pastime is enjoying days out and dog walks with my family, sitting in a pub garden with a craft beer or two.

Clinton Allan

Job Titles:
  • Group Product Line Manager - Hydraulics
Oversee all aspects of policy, sales, procurement, marketing, and stock management for our hydraulics products, across all three locations. Clinton oversees all aspects of policy, sales, procurement, marketing, and stock management for our Hydraulics products, across all three locations. His role is to provide the internal expertise to drive, grow, and develop this product category. Although based in Ipswich, the Product Managers spend time in the other Distag locations, and in support visits to customers and suppliers globally.

Colin Cleaver

Job Titles:
  • Hose Assembly Production Operative
Colin works in our Hose Assembly workshop at Ipswich producing hydraulic hose assemblies and kits. Liasing with the sales teams to ensure we adhere to production schedules. In his spare time Colin enjoys spending time with family & friends. Playing golf, going on holidays, and living life!

Connor Rowe

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Assistant
Responsible for picking and packing of specialist distribution orders and general warehouse duties. Connor is one of our newer team members, but has quickly become a valued member of the team. The majority of Connor's time is spent packing orders for one of our larger specialist distribution accounts and he also assists with picking and packing of the daily orders. In his spare time Connor enjoys cooking, baking, playing PC games, socialising with friends (includes eating out, drinking and social activities). He also really enjoys getting into a good series on Netflix, Prime TV & Disney +.

Darryn Parker

Job Titles:
  • Sales Administrator
At Distag, Darryn takes different companies orders through phone and email, he's always on hand to answer any questions they might have about our products. When customers call or email him, Darryn is always ready to lend a hand. He listens carefully, asks thoughtful questions, and helps them find the answers they're looking for. He also enjoys watching movies and series in his spare time, and he's a big supporter of Manchester United.

David Cobbold

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Assistant
Responsible for the picking and packing of some of our larger OEM account orders and general warehouse duties. Dave is one of our long-standing team members in the Warehouse at Ipswich. He spends a lot of his time looking after some of our larger OEM accounts, which involves the picking and packing of bespoke parts. He also helps with the picking and packing of daily orders and assists in putting stock away.

Dennis Dobbin

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse
Dennis Dobbin joined the Distag QCS team this year as a Warehouse Operative. His primary responsibilities include picking and packing goods in accordance with delivery dockets and loading lorries using a forklift. Outside of work, Dennis Dobbin is a passionate rugby fan and a proud supporter of the Springboks. He enjoys keeping up with the latest news and games, and never misses an opportunity to cheer on his favourite team. When he's not watching rugby, Dennis can often be found reading a good book or taking a walk.

Gareth Bigger

Job Titles:
  • Operations Manager
Gareth joined Distag QCS in October 2017, bringing with him over 12 years' experience in Industrial supply. He is responsible for the management and development of new and existing accounts in Northern Ireland and is excited at the prospect of making an impact with Distag QCS. In his spare time, Gareth likes to spend time with his family. Gareth is a keen rugby fan and also likes to hit the gym regularly.

Gary Coates

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse
Gary Coates Warehouse Operative Since joining the company, originally Flexequip Hydraulics, in 1979 I have worked in the roles of goods inwards, hose assembly operative, warehouse manager in charge of production control and finally purchase manager. Currently, as an employee of DistagQCS, I am working as a warehouse operative. During my 43 years of service, I have developed an extensive knowledge of hydraulic fitting. On a daily basis I receive goods inwards and check and store them in an organised manner. I liase closely with the sales staff, and other warehouse colleagues, to ensure that all customer orders are packed and dispatched on time. On my leisure time I enjoy playing golf. I have been an active member of my local club - Temple Golf Club - for over 25 years helping to organise golf competitions and social events and serving as captain and president. I am an avid sprots fan and enjoy watching all sports especially motorbike racing and darts. I also enjoy travelling and my favourite holiday destinations are Italy, the Canary Islands and the USA.

India Whitlock

Job Titles:
  • OEM Internal Sales Administrator
I process customer orders, data and deal with general admin tasks. I administer the daily OEM orders via our ERP system and process customer orders whether that is via telephone or through our internal systems.

Jack Sparkes

Job Titles:
  • Bench Supervisor
  • Goods Out Supervisor
After joining Distag as an Apprentice, Jack has worked his way up to the position of Bench Supervisor. Jack's main role at Distag is to assist our Warehouse Manager by overseeing the goods out function. He works with the team to ensure that daily & stock orders leave on time. It's a very busy role at Distag and Jack spends most of the day picking and packing orders, assisting with putting stock away, and making sure that the working areas are kept tidy. Jack is also one of our trained first aiders. In his spare time Jack enjoys fishing, motorbikes, parties & spending time with family.

James Dalton

Job Titles:
  • Quality Manager
  • Quality Manager / Quality Support Manager for All Departments in DistagQCS Tullow
James provides quality support to all departments, manages customer complaints, investigates and resolves product issues. Implementing and maintaining quality management systems. He can be found looking after a squad of alpacas, that is when he is not off travelling to music festivals. With a keen interest in travel and all sports, you may see him frequently in the UK following the NFL.

James Murphy

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Assistant
  • Warehouse
As DistagQCS warehouse operative James' duties include unloading containers and trailers as well as checking the deliveries for quality issues and reporting that to quality & purchasing department. He also trains and assists new team members on Tullow Warehouse branch & assists on organising stock and replenishing the shelves. James enjoys concerts and gigs, listening to music and playing guitar in his free time, with a little Formula One thrown in.

Joanne Murphy

Job Titles:
  • Accounts Assistant
Joanne is responsible for the receipt of goods and input onto the Distag system, reconciliation of invoices to delivery notes, statements and bank reconciliations. Joanne is also Distag QCS ISO administrator and responsible for ISO internal audits, also our COVID officer. Reading and music are what Joanne enjoys in her free time.

Joe Deacon - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director / Managing Director at Distag QCS since 1988
Joe completed his apprenticeship with the ESB, as a maintenance fitter in 1985, and having spent 18 months in sales and 18 months in Bearing & Agri spares retail, he founded the business in 1988, at the age of 23. Having started with just one employee, he has experienced virtually every task in the company over the past 28 years. Joe's principle areas of responsibility include Supplier development, Stock control, Systems, and Developing new products. Using his engineering background and vast knowledge of our supplier's capabilities from around the world, Joe works closely with many of our major OEM customers to provide the optimal solution for their component sourcing. Outside of his busy travel schedule, Joe is a keen rugby & GAA fan, especially watching his son play for Tullow & Myshall under-age teams. Joe also likes to chill out on the family Farm at the weekends. (the golfing was more stressful)

John Culliton

Job Titles:
  • Technical Sales
John takes care of the technical sales at DistagQCS, he is responsible for handling customer queries and responding to them via phone or email, as well as processes company sales orders. He's an athlete and loves to be out in the fresh air. He's an active person who loves all types of outdoors sports activities. His main passions are cycling, swimming and running - which he does almost daily!

Jon Hilder

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Manager
Responsible for managing the day to day running of our busy Ipswich warehouse. Jon's main role is to manage the day to day running of all aspects of the Warehouse at Ipswich. He coordinates and monitors the receipt, assembly and despatch of goods and organises the team to utilise space and ensure mechanical handling equipment is used efficiently. He also works to ensure quality, budgetary targets and environmental objectives are met. In addition to this Jon is also responsible for managing the facility at Ipswich, including building maintenance and the general upkeep of our site. In his spare time Jon enjoys eating our and sampling craft beer. He is also a keen runner and Obstacle Course Race competitor.

Kathleen Nolan

Job Titles:
  • Sales Administration

Kathleen Walsh

Job Titles:
  • Sales Administration
Kathleen is usually the first voice you hear at Distag QCS Tullow - Answering queries, checking stock levels and forwarding incoming phone calls. Kathleen will process your orders, carry out customer service follow-up calls, process web-orders and fulfil daily invoicing. Spending time with family is top of Kathleen's list and with two busy children to follow, fitting in some walking, reading and socialising sometimes can be difficult.

Katrina Byrne

Job Titles:
  • Credit Controller & Internal Sales / Customer Service and Credit Controller
Katrina originally joined the Distag team in June 1997 as an Internal Customer Services Assistant and she is one of our longest serving employees. Performing with excellence, the role of Customer Services, Katrina went on to further her responsibilities by taking on the role of Credit Controller. Katrina spent many years in Australia, working as a clerical officer for the department of planning and she has a third level education in secretarial and E.C.D.L. Katrina can be found on her local Kiltegan GAA field, supporting her children in their sporting careers. She also enjoys walking for exercise and reading.

Lee Sneath

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Assistant
Responsible for the cutting of all timing and poly-v belt orders. Lee is one of our long-standing team members in the Warehouse at Ipswich. Lee's main responsibility is belt cutting. He spends most of the day cutting timing & poly v belts for orders. He also assists with deliveries and unloading containers when we receive deliveries. Lee is also a stickler for keeping things tidy and always encourages the team follow suit! Lee is a keen DIY enthusiast and loves spending his time on home improvements! He also enjoys spending time with family and listening to music…Lee has been known to organise the occasional team karaoke night at Ipswich!

Louis Kilcoyne

Job Titles:
  • Internal Sales Manager
  • Internal Sales Manager / Internal Sales Manager for Trailer & PowerDrive Components
Louis looks after several OEM accounts, providing support for Trailer and Powerdrive components, and supporting the sales and purchasing teams by monitoring product movement. He is in constant communication with our warehouse manager to ensure the smooth and efficient running of daily operations. Louis also schedules suspension fabrication and is also our First Aid responder. Louis loves to play and support rugby & football for both Tullow RFC and Grange GFC. And with a young family Louis is kept very busy.

Malachi Hearne

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Apprentice
Responsible for picking and packing of hydraulic hose and fittings orders. Malachi joined the Distag team as a Warehouse Apprentice and is well on the way to completing his Warehousing and Storage Level 2 Apprenticeship. Malachi works within the Hydraulics area of the warehouse and is responsible for picking and packing the majoirty of our Hydraulics orders. In his spare time, Malachi enjoys playing video games and visiting his friends after work to play basketball and football.

Marius Poncos

Job Titles:
  • Internal Sales Administrator
Marius is taking care of all the needs of few very important customers in an efficient, professional and timely manner. He works closely with the warehouse team and does manual stock checks and client site visits are just few of his responsibilities. He also works closely with the in-house engineering department and local suppliers to have our customers needs meets even when stock levels are low. When Marius isn't busy with work, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He also has a pet dog named Luna. He likes to go fishing, cycling, or just working on one of the numerous DIY projects that he's constantly undertaking.

Martin Gemmell

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Manager
Martin is a qualified pipe fitting engineer and has experience in the crushing and screening industry, Martin loves spending his Sunday watching his son Aron playing football and spending time with his wife.

Matt Best

Job Titles:
  • Member of Our Hose Production Line Team
Matt Best Hose Line Assembly As a member of our Hose Production line team, Matt Best plays a crucial role in ensuring that our hose kits are produced with precision and efficiency. From cutting to fitting, swaging, and packing, Matt takes care of every aspect of the production process. In addition to his role in the production line, Matt is also responsible for making deliveries to our customers using our Distag van. Outside of work, Matt Best is a devoted family man who cherishes spending time with his loved ones. He also has a passion for classic cars and enjoys working on his own classic Ford Capri in his spare time.

Matthew Godbold

Job Titles:
  • Group IT Manager
I manage the IT and full network infrastructure, cloud communications & telephony across the whole Distag QCS group. In a nutshell the technology engine under the hood. I manage and support the entire group in all aspects in IT support, maintenance and troubleshooting of the computers/servers, software cloud communications, Web infrastructure and in-house business systems. When I am not supporting, I am off headlong into IT projects. I analyse, formalize, and maintain and design of our network functionality, along with consistently updating and exploring new adventures in IT….I try to push boundaries in future proofing DistagQCS in the latest technology growth and development in technology. I assist the Management Team and Directors with any other tasks that might arise from time to time. As and when required, I deliver IT related in-house training for other team members. When not a techie at work I enjoy relaxing at home and spending time with my family. I am a crazy Southampton Football fan who must deal with the heartache with weekly results and course the banter that comes from it… I love my music and have multiple favourite bands, music has always been a great way for me to unwind and relax, whether it to be listening to or writing music. I enjoy a great pub night out with my friends too but hate the next day after. I love a good film and a thrilling TV series, I love analysing the plots with my fiancé Tracey, who normally tells me to shut up and just watch it!!!

Matthew Norrington

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Goods in Supervisor
Responsible for assisting the Warehouse Manager with all aspects of the day-to-day running of the Warehouse. Matt works with our Warehouse Manager to assist in supervising the Warehouse team. He focuses a lot of his time on Hydraulics and some of our larger specialist disrtribution customers.

Michelle Denison

Job Titles:
  • Internal Sales Administrator
Dealing with all customer enquiries and orders within the UK Aftermarket Sales Team. Since re-joining the company in 2019, Michelle works one day a week and, on that day, she helps to process as quickly as possible all orders and enquiries which come through on a daily basis. Outside of work she's a busy mum of three, one boy and two little girls. So, when time allows, she enjoys going out for dinner and socialising with family and friends. Michelle also enjoys keeping fit. And a few more peaceful activities such as curling up on the sofa with good TV series and a cuppa.

Mohana Clancy

Job Titles:
  • Finance Manager
  • Financial Manager
Responsible for providing financial guidance and support to the Distag QCS team. Analysing day to day financial activities. Assisting in the preparation of budgets & Forecasts. Providing financial reports on a monthly basis. Liasing with auditors, banks & HMRC. Overseeing operations of the Finance Department and setting objectives for the team. I am a keen metal detectorist, and I also enjoy travelling and reading in my spare time.

Neil Burgess

Job Titles:
  • Operations Manager
  • Operations Manager / Operations Manager for All Departments in DistagQCS Tullow
As Operations manager, Neil ensures all operations within Distag are completed to a high-standard while ensuring the processes and tasks are overseen with quality control, labour, safety measures, and productivity in mind. Neil enjoys taking time to enjoy his second job, and spending time teaching his 6 month old son way of life on the farm! When it comes to down time, as a former prop for his team Tullow RFC, he can be found frequently on the side-lines and at international rugby matches also.

Nicola Althorpe

Job Titles:
  • Internal Account Manager
I love to chat with our customers and nurture relationships. Learning about their business needs and what I can do to help them succeed is what makes me tick. I'm happy to help with enquiries, quotations, orders and everything else in between. Seeking out new opportunities for Distag in any of our areas of expertise, Power Transmission, Hydraulics and Trailer Parts is a great chance for me to talk to potential customers. It's an exciting time for me being relatively new to this industry and I love learning more each day and sharing that knowledge where I can. Being a real people person I'm never happier than when I get to meet you face to face at a tradeshow or a visit. I'm a homebody at heart and love spending free time gardening (in the warm weather!), cooking and walking in the countryside with my borrowed dog ! I also have a YouTube channel where I share my big passion of needlecrafts with a growing audience from all over the world. I love watching films particularly war films and horror and I'm also really into 80's Metal.

Nigel Rose

Job Titles:
  • Group Product Line Manager - Open Drives
Oversee all aspects of policy, sales, procurement, marketing, and stock management for our open drives products, across all three locations. Nigel oversees all aspects of policy, sales, procurement, marketing, and stock management for our open drives products, across all three locations. His role is to provide the internal expertise to drive, grow, and develop this product category. Although based in Ipswich, the Product Managers spend time in the other Distag locations, and in support visits to customers and suppliers globally.

Paddy McEnhill

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager
Paddy it's involved in generating hydraulic steel tube sales, along with VOSS hydraulic compression fittings. Liaise directly with the customer and support their technical department on the necessary requirements. Revision control on the steel pipes, programming and calibrating our bending machines and also generating hydraulic component sales, hose, cylinders and valves, etc… On his free time he loves spending time with his family, he also loves photography, motorcycling and walking.

Paul McCann

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager
Focus on growing business and extending the reach of our products and increasing revenue Paul maintain and develop relationships with current clients, takes face to face meetings as well as identify new business opportunities and provide quotations to new customers. He enjoys spending time with his family, going to the gym and watching football.

Pauric Cummins

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse
Pauric works closely with TEREX and TANCO role in DistagQCS as Warehouse operator, picking and packing all orders. Maintaining the warehouse keeping it running smoothly. Pauric loves cars, mainly older cars. In his spare time he enjoys weight lifting, carpentry and being creative. He's also a lover of stargazing and has spent many nights enjoying a clear sky.

Philip McKenna

Job Titles:
  • Internal Sales
Philip main duties are putting orders on the system as well as pricing hose kits and fittings and checking good inwards and outwards. He also help the team to identify hydraulic fittings and when needed he assists the warehouse team on picking and packing orders.

Raul Mendes

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Assistant
  • Warehouse
As a Distag QCS warehouse assistant Rauls' duties include preparing and completing warehouse orders for mainly our belts and bearings departments receiving and processing orders. Raul is also the Distag QCS drone pilot. In his free time Raul enjoys cycling, playing guitar, music and carpentry.

Rebecca Booth

Job Titles:
  • Operations Manager
Oversee all operational and business functions at Ipswich and support to the other locations in the Distag QCS Group I initially started working for Distag part-time in 2006, while at university, focusing mainly on sales. After graduating with a degree in Law, I took up the full-time role of Commercial Manager in 2011. I have looked after various aspects of the business at Ipswich over the years, including being responsible for HR & Marketing, managing the internal sales teams and commercial contracts, and I have recently taken on the role of Operations Manager.

Rita Ryan

Job Titles:
  • Supply Chain Manager
As Supply Chain Manager for Distag QCS Rita is responsible for overseeing and managing the company's overall supply chain in order to maximise the process efficiency and productivity. Developing and maintaining good relationships with vendors, liaising with sales managers and warehouse managers are a consistent part of Ritas' day. We're not sure downtime is Ritas' thing considering she loves MMA, Muay Thai, boxing & Jiu Jitsu, and can be frequently seen in the ring. When she is taking some time to relax, she enjoys music, travelling, technology and being outdoors.

Sara Clow

Job Titles:
  • Finance Assistant
Daily updating of financial data and records. Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable. Dealing with queries. Credit Control. Accounts administration. A little obsessed with fitness, I spend most of my spare time running, cycling (when its warm!) swimming and weight training. I like to challenge myself by running a few competitive races and climbing the odd mountain.

Sean Byrne

Job Titles:
  • Assembly Technician & Maintenance
Sean's role varies a lot here in Distag, he often works alongside our assembly team in assembling bespoke customer assemblies. Alongside this Sean helps in the quality department when required doing inspections and also some electrical wiring for bespoke lighting kit requirements. In his free time Sean enjoys sheepdog training, part-time farming and breeding Texel sheep.

Sean O'Hagan

Job Titles:
  • Technical Sales Engineer
Involved in developing new products, providing technical assistance and advice to customers. Sean joined Distag QCS in 2020 as a Technical Sales Engineer and works on developing new products for the company. He is always looking for ways to improve our existing products and create new ones that will meet the needs of customers. In addition to his work on product development, Sean also provides technical support to both current and new customers. Sean is a person with a keen interest in all types of agricultural and construction equipment. He is always looking for opportunities to learn more about the latest innovations in these industries. In his free time, Sean enjoys traveling and exploring new places. When he's not working or traveling, Sean loves to spend time with his family and enjoys participating in a variety of activities with them

Sheila Deacon - Secretary

Job Titles:
  • Company Secretary
  • Director
  • Director & Company Secretary / Financial Manager of Distag QCS since 1992
Sheila joined the business in 1992, after her marriage to Joe. Having given up her career as a qualified nurse, she joined the business to work in the office, and support Joe while he travelled to generate sales and develop suppliers Sheila got involved in every aspect of the business, including picking & packing in the early days, and purchasing for the Irish company. However, she quickly developed an understanding of the accounts, and has been at the core of the financial management of the business since 1992. In her spere time, Sheila enjoys going to rugby & GAA matches, and also enjoys walking & reading.

Siobhan McKibbin

Job Titles:
  • Internal Account Manager
Receive customer orders, process and ensure completed for requested delivery time. Liaise with warehouse team to ensure workload is running efficiently. Spending time with grandchildren, like to travel with Tenerife being favourite holiday destination. Going horseracing and baking when time allows.

Stephanie Roebuck

Job Titles:
  • OEM Internal Sales Administrator
  • UK OEM Sales Coordinator
Stephanie processes customer orders and manages customer schedules and forecasts. She administers the daily OEM orders via our ERP system and processes customer orders whether that is being via telephone or through our internal systems, she manages all the OEM customer schedules and forecasts on a day-to-day basis. Back in the day Stephanie used to be a ballet dancer which kept her fit, unfortunately, those days have passed, as now that she's older, she has explored other hobbies such as exploring different foods and snacks…mostly stacks (she does cave in for the traditional office beacon bap round on Friday mornings, Doh!) So yes, the ballet days are over, but hey! She can still do the splits. It is amazing that I still am small and slim. Stephanie has a really fat fluffy cat called Miguel who takes up her time moving him around the house as he's too last to do it himself, this is how she keeps fit now. She also enjoys a great film and going out with friends but most times you can find her snuggled down with Miguel watching a film with a mouthful of popcorn.

Steve Medcroft

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager
  • Business Development Manager - OEM
I am responsible for identifying and developing new business within our current OEM client base in the agricultural sector. Prioritising our core product range, increasing the Company profile and developing product awareness in the agricultural industry.

Stewart Booth

Job Titles:
  • Director
Jointly responsible for the day-to-day running of the company, and for mentoring the management team Whilst still very much keeping a ‘hand on the tiller', my role is evolving as I adapt to the inevitably advancing years! As I mentor our exciting young team and coach them into newly elevated roles, I look forward to the enviable prospect of finding time for more value-added, and sales-focused, projects…and, hopefully, a little more time for life outside the office. An avid musician - although rarely performing these days, it's still a big part of my life. Still a long-suffering Spurs season-ticket holder - some people never learn. My wife Bel and I, love to travel, and when at home we have a passion for food and wine. We both love to cook and entertain our children, grandchildren, and our amazing friends keep us very busy…

Stuart Nicholls

Job Titles:
  • Internal Account Manager
Dealing with the day-to-day customer enquiries and orders within the Aftermarket Sales Team and Marketing support. Stuart's main responsibilites include account managements and dealing with the day-to-day customer enquiries and orders within the Aftermarket Sales Team. Stuart also works closely as a member of the Group Marketing Team and provides the input from Ipswich for all group marketing activities.

Stuart Pearson

Job Titles:
  • Hose Assembly Production Operative
Stuart Joined Distag QCS in February 2016, having had previous experience as a hydraulic technician. Stuart makes hydraulic hose to order and picks fittings for dispatch. Stuart has also previously worked as a saw mill operative. In his free time, Stuart enjoys relaxing. You can often find him playing on his PlayStation, reading comics, or watching TV.

Suresh Nalluri

Job Titles:
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Supply Chain & Purchasing Coordinator
Suresh job at Distag is to analyse and understand the client's requirements and specifications and ensure projects are designed and delivered to meet their expectations in an efficient and safe manner. Produce a range design output including of 2D and 3D, AutoCAD, CAD/CAM system software's.

Tanya Booth

Job Titles:
  • Key Account Manager - Aftermarket
Responsible for specialist distribution and export accounts. Supervision and support to the UK Aftermarket team. I spend most of my time looking after the specialist distribution accounts as there is quite a lot of work involved in the daily running of them. I have been looking after some of these accounts since I started Distag 12 years ago and have made some really great relationships with the customers. I also look after the Export side of the business which I really enjoy too!

Tomasz Romanowicz

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Assistant, Welding, Painting & Assemblies
Tomasz, initially employed as a storeman, has since become our quality welder, with responsibility for all DistagQCS painting and assembly tasks. Outside of work Tomasz is a Playstation and PC whiz, who also enjoys fishing and long cycles.

UK OEM

Job Titles:
  • UK OEM Sales Coordinator

Vicky Sutherland

Job Titles:
  • OEM Operations Manager
Responsible for management of the Ipswich OEM department. Having been with the company for a number of years, I have gained experience in account management for most of the customer bases, from Export, Aftermarket sales, and OEM. Involved in liaising with the purchasing team and suppliers to expedite orders where needed, managing customer schedules to ensure they arrive with our customers in time for their planned production. Developing my client base to help grow their business with us through new and existing products. Offering support and guidance for other members of staff both within my team, and throughout the company. I have completed NVQ's in both Customer service, and Engineering technical support. Whilst having 2 young boys occupies the majority of my spare time, when the opportunity arises I enjoy reading, painting and DIY. I can often be found in the summer months pottering around the garden.