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Robert E. Socia to Lead Global
Purchasing and Supply Chain
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Bob Socia at the introduction of the Chevrolet Cruz in
Shanghai |
General Motors President and Chief
Executive Officer Fritz Henderson today announced that Bob Socia,
currently executive vice president of Shanghai General Motors (SGM),
will be appointed GM vice president, Global Purchasing and
Supply Chain, effective July 1. Socia will report to Henderson
and will become a member of GM’s Automotive Strategy Board.
Socia will succeed Bo I. Andersson who left GM to pursue other
career opportunities in Russia. For the interim period, as Socia
transitions to his new role, Kimberly Brycz will lead the Global
Purchasing and Supply Chain organization.
“With Bob’s diverse experience leading
operations in Europe, South Africa and China, his proven
dedication to putting the customer first and his extensive
experience in purchasing, he is well prepared to successfully
direct our Global Purchasing and Supply Chain organization,”
Henderson said. |
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