PUNE: General Motors India has announced significant organizational changes, creating new leadership positions as part of its long-term growth commitment to the Indian market.
“The new appointments further strengthen our commitment to the Indian market to offer class leading vehicles along with a truly satisfying ownership experience for our esteemed customers,” said Arvind Saxena, President and Managing Director, General Motors India.
GM Uzbekistan President and Managing Director Kaher Kazem has been appointed to the new position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) for GM India, effective August 1, a press release stated. In his new role, Kaher will manage the industrial side of GM India’s business.
Hardeep Singh Brar has been appointed to the new position of Vice President of Sales for GM India, effective July 1. Jack Uppal has been appointed Vice President of Marketing and Customer Experience for GM India, effective August 1. In his current position since 2013, Jack has been assisting GM Executive Vice President and President of GMI Stefan Jacoby.
Kaher, Hardeep and Jack will report to Arvind Saxena, President and Managing Director, GM India. They will be based at the company’s Gurgaon headquarters with the exception of Kaher, who will be based at the Talegaon manufacturing facility.
In addition to the above announcements, Rajesh Singh, GM India Vice President of Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing, has elected to leave the company, effective August 1.