TROY, Mich., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that Joe Plomin has been named vice president of the Truck business unit within Commercial Vehicle Systems (CVS), effective immediately. The newly formed truck unit is now one of four CVS business units -- the others are Aftermarket, Specialty, and Trailers.
In his new role, Plomin will be responsible for the overall development of product marketing and strategic planning, program management, sales and service, pricing, delivery, and customer relations for the Truck unit - which encompasses axle, brake and driveline sales to global truck manufacturers.
"With his significant background in marketing, sales and strategic planning, Joe will accelerate the various activities we have initiated to improve all aspects of our performance," said Carsten Reinhardt, president, CVS. "We are delighted that Joe has decided to join our team."
Before joining ArvinMeritor, Plomin most recently served as senior vice president, Sales, Marketing and Product Line Management for Remy International in Anderson, Ind. He has more than 20 years of experience in heavy duty and automotive component development, marketing and sales.
Joe holds a bachelor's of arts degree in Economics from Knox College in Galesburg, Ill., U.S.
About ArvinMeritor
ArvinMeritor, Inc. is a premier global supplier of a broad range of integrated systems, modules and components to the motor vehicle industry. The company serves light vehicle, commercial truck, trailer and specialty original equipment manufacturers and certain aftermarkets. Headquartered in Troy, Mich., ArvinMeritor employs approximately 18,000 people in 25 countries. ArvinMeritor common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol ARM. For more information, visit the company's Web site at: http://www.arvinmeritor.com/.
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