Daimler India, announces the appointment of Michael Moebius for the post of President and Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer, succeeding Muthu Maruthachalam C, that was effective from 1st November.
Known to have 30 years of experience across the passenger and commercial vehicle industry, Michael was the Head of Quality Management at Daimler Truck Asia (DTA) in Japan, where he led quality improvement efforts for Mitsubishi Fuso, DICV, PABCO, and key CKD assembly plants worldwide. He played a key role in improving product quality, reducing warranty costs, and launching innovative projects like ‘Proactive Sensing,’ a big data solution for early failure detection.
Beginning his career in 1990 with Daimler, he has worked in different roles across Mercedes-Benz Cars and Daimler Buses, gaining valuable international experience in Brazil, Vietnam, Iran, India, and Japan. He was a key player at DICV, improving product and process performance, from 2010 to 2016.
Michael Moebius, President and Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, said, “I am deeply honoured to rejoin DICV, a company that has significantly shaped my professional journey. Over the years, DICV has built a strong reputation for excellence in innovation, quality and operational efficiency, and I am looking forward to elevating procurement and supply chain strategies, leveraging advanced technologies, strengthening supplier partnerships and ensuring cost-effectiveness. I am excited to contribute to this new chapter of the Company’s journey by enhancing resilience, fostering innovation and supporting the Company’s long-term vision.”
Satyakam Arya, Managing Director & CEO, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, said, “We are delighted to welcome Michael back to DICV at such a transformative time for our company. His profound understanding of our operations, coupled with his vast international experience, makes him exceptionally well-suited to lead our Procurement & Supply Chain Management. Michael’s proven expertise in driving quality, innovation and operational excellence aligns seamlessly with our strategic vision. I am confident that under his leadership, we will build a more agile, efficient and competitive supply chain positioning DICV to meet the evolving demands of the market with greater resilience and agility.”
