Delphi Names Aftermarket Director
4 June 1999
Delphi Names Aftermarket DirectorTROY, Mich., June 4 -- Delphi Automotive Systems (NYSE:DPH) today announced John M. Petrie has joined the automotive technology company as director of aftermarket logistics for worldwide operations. The announcement was made by Mark C. Lorenz, vice president, production control & logistics and Frank A. Ordonez, director of aftermarket. As director of aftermarket logistics for worldwide operations, Petrie will be responsible for developing Delphi's logistics plan to manage its global aftermarket strategy. "With the development of our aftermarket strategy, the logistics director will be critical to our success as an independent company. John will be a valuable member of our management team and a strong resource for us as we meet our aftermarket targets," said Lorenz. Petrie joins Delphi with over 25 years of experience in international logistics, supply chain development and distribution. Previously, he was managing consultant for The Cap Gemini Group. Prior to joining The Cap Gemini Group, Petrie was director, supply chain development for Danka Corporation where he standardized and integrated the business processes and general infrastructure that related to supply chain management. In his career, Petrie has also held the positions of director, supply chain management, director, international logistics and general manager, central distribution Asia at Eastman Kodak Company. "John brings a wealth of experience from several industries, and his background in all our regions of the world will be essential to our global aftermarket execution," said Ordonez. Petrie received a bachelor of science degree in mathematics from Villanova University and completed post-graduate studies in statistics at the University of Rochester. Delphi Automotive Systems, with headquarters in Troy, Mich., USA, is a world leader in automotive component and systems technology. Delphi's three business sectors -- Dynamics & Propulsion; Safety, Thermal & Electrical Architecture; and Electronics & Mobile Communications -- provide comprehensive product solutions to complex customer needs. Delphi has more than 196,000 employees and operates 168 wholly owned manufacturing sites, 51 customer centers and sales offices, and 27 technical centers in 36 countries. Regional headquarters are located in Paris, Tokyo and Sao Paulo.