Celebrating Excellence Behind the Wheel: SDR Sponsors Merchant Driver of the Year 2025
We are delighted to announce that Specialist Driver Resourcing (SDR) is sponsoring the Merchant Driver of the Year award at the Builders’ Merchants Awards 2025.
This new category recognises the professionalism, safety and customer service demonstrated by drivers across the builders’ merchant’s sector. These individuals are the people who keep the construction supply chain moving every single day.
Supporting the Drivers Who Keep Britain Building
At SDR, we understand how vital skilled drivers are to the merchant and logistics industries. They are often the first and last point of contact for customers, representing their company’s reputation out on the road, on site and at every delivery.
By creating and sponsoring this category, we wanted to highlight the individuals who go above and beyond in their roles. They maintain safety, ensure timely deliveries and support customers with expertise and pride.
“Merchant drivers are the unsung heroes of our industry,” says Simon Pritchard, Managing Director at SDR.
“Their professionalism and reliability are what keep builders’ merchants running smoothly every single day. We are proud to recognise their contribution through this award.”
Celebrating the Finalists
We are thrilled to congratulate this year’s three finalists for the Merchant Driver of the Year 2025 award:
- Bradley Chandler, Lords Builders Merchants
- Paul Gasan, Chalford Building Supplies
- Ray Harley, City Plumbing Supplies
Each finalist has demonstrated exceptional commitment to safety, service and teamwork. These are the qualities that make a real difference to customers and colleagues alike.
A Natural Partnership
This sponsorship reflects SDR’s commitment to supporting excellence throughout the driving profession. As a specialist provider of recruitment and driver resourcing services, we work closely with merchants and logistics businesses across the UK. Our aim is to match skilled, reliable drivers with companies that value professionalism and care.
From HGV recruitment to driver management support, we know that success depends on more than simply getting from A to B. It is about delivering trust, safety and service on every journey.
To learn more about our work and how we support the merchant logistics community, visit specialistdrivers.com.
Looking Ahead to the Awards
The winners will be announced at the Builders’ Merchants Awards ceremony on Friday 28 November 2025, when the industry will come together to celebrate outstanding performance across all categories.
We are looking forward to celebrating the achievements of every finalist and continuing to champion the exceptional drivers who keep our industry moving.
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