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Mitsubishi Fuso Names Jay Johnson
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| Tokyo - Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation (MFTBC) today announced the appointment of Jay Johnson as Corporate General Manager of Procurement & Supply. In his position, Mr. Johnson is responsible for leading the company’s efforts to achieve the highest levels of quality and efficiency in all purchasing activities. He reports directly to Harald Boelstler, MFTBC President & CEO. Mr. Johnson, a 19-year veteran of the automotive industry, most recently served as Director, International Procurement & Strategy for DaimlerChrysler in Auburn Hills, Mich., USA. Before that, he was Executive General Manager of Supply for Mitsubishi Motors Corporation in Tokyo. Previously, he held a variety of positions in supply and materials management with DaimlerChrysler and the Chrysler Group. Before joining Chrysler, Mr. Johnson worked at Honda of America in Marysville, Ohio. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management and a Master of Science in Industrial Administration from Purdue University. Mr. Johnson succeeds Karl Deppen, who has been promoted to Director of Operations, Strategy and B2B for DaimlerChrysler’s Global Purchasing & Supply organization. About MFTBC Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation is one of Asia’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. DaimlerChrysler AG owns 85% of MFTBC shares. The remaining 15% of shares continue to be held by various Mitsubishi group companies. Mitsubishi Fuso is an integral part of DaimlerChrysler’s Commercial Vehicles Division. |
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