GM chooses Jim DeLuca to succeed Tim Lee as head of global manufacturing

General Motors has announced that Tim Lee will soon retire from his position as executive VP of global manufacturing. He will be succeeded by Jim DeLuca, a 35-year GM veteran who currently serves as VP of manufacturing for the company’s international-operations unit.

Lee has been praised for his role in building the company’s international presence. Serving as chairman of GM China, he managed a dozen joint ventures as the region continued to grow in importance. The company set another sales record in China last year, delivering over three million in its largest market.

“Tim inspired a collaborative approach across the organization and a true global mindset that made a difference for our customers, stockholders and employees,” said GM’s new CEO, Mary Barra. “His creativity, dedication, strength in building relationships and commitment to people development set a strong example for his team and for the company.”

After Lee leaves his post in April, DeLuca will take responsibility for GM’s manufacturing facilities spread across the globe. The move is the latest shakeup in GM’s global operations, following GM China president Bob Socia’s departure and the arrival of former Volvo CEO Stefan Jacoby.

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