Daimler India Appoints a new President and Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer

Mr. Michael Moebius as President and Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer, effective November 1, 2024. He brings over 30 years of experience to enhance DICV's supply chain operations.

Chennai- Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (DICV), a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has announced the appointment of Mr. Michael Moebius as President and Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer, effective November 1, 2024. He will succeed Mr. Muthu Maruthachalam C in this role, bringing over 30 years of global experience in the passenger and commercial vehicle industries.

Previously, Michael served as the Head of Quality Management at Daimler Truck Asia (DTA) in Japan, where he led quality initiatives for Mitsubishi Fuso, DICV, PABCO, and key CKD assembly locations worldwide. His contributions have been pivotal in enhancing product quality, reducing warranty costs, and driving innovative solutions like ‘Proactive Sensing,’ an advanced big data tool for early failure detection.

Michael's career with Daimler began in 1990, and he has held several roles across Mercedes-Benz Cars and Daimler Buses, accumulating significant international experience in Brazil, Vietnam, Iran, India, and Japan. From 2010 to 2016, he played a crucial role at DICV, establishing global quality standards and driving product and process excellence.

Mr. 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."

Mr. 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.”