Daimler India names Michael Moebius as President and Chief of Procurement & Supply Chain.

Key Highlights:

• Daimler India appointed Michael Moebius as President & Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer.
• Moebius has 30+ years of experience in passenger and commercial vehicles.
• He previously led quality management at Daimler Truck Asia in Japan.
• Moebius introduced 'Proactive Sensing' to detect early failures and cut warranty costs.
• DICV's CEO believes Moebius will enhance supply chain agility and competitiveness.

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, part of Daimler Truck AG, has appointed Michael Moebius as its new President and Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer. Moebius will take over the position from Muthu Maruthachalam C. With over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, Moebius brings a strong background in both passenger and commercial vehicle sectors to his new role.

Moebius’s Career Background

Before this role, Michael Moebius was the Head of Quality Management at Daimler Truck Asia (DTA) in Japan. During his time there, he was responsible for quality assurance across several well-known brands, such as Mitsubishi Fuso, DICV, and PABCO. His work involved overseeing Complete Knocked Down (CKD) assembly sites globally, helping to enhance quality and product reliability.

Achievements in Quality Improvement

While managing quality at DTA, Moebius made notable progress in improving product standards. His tenure saw a reduction in warranty costs, as well as the introduction of innovative systems. One of the key innovations was the ‘Proactive Sensing’ initiative, an advanced data analytics solution designed to detect potential failures early. This approach not only helped streamline internal processes but also led to higher customer satisfaction by boosting product reliability.

A Long Journey with Daimler

Michael Moebius began his career with Daimler in 1990. Over the years, he has held various roles within the organization, contributing to divisions like Mercedes-Benz Cars and Daimler Buses. 

His global experience includes regions such as Brazil, Vietnam, Iran, India, and Japan, where he has developed a reputation for setting high standards in both product and process quality. Notably, between 2010 and 2016, Moebius was instrumental in setting up quality benchmarks at DICV, where he fostered a culture of continuous improvement.

Endorsements from Leadership

DICV’s Managing Director & CEO, Satyakam Arya, expressed confidence in Moebius’s appointment, stating, “Michael’s expertise in driving quality, innovation, and operational excellence aligns well with our strategic vision. His leadership is expected to build a more agile, efficient, and competitive supply chain that will help DICV meet market demands more resiliently.”

Moebius’s Vision for the Future

Michael Moebius expressed excitement for his new role, stating, "I’m eager to advance procurement and supply chain strategies through advanced technology, stronger supplier partnerships, and cost efficiency."

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CMV360 Says

Michael Moebius’s extensive experience and previous contributions make him a promising leader for DICV. His background in quality management, especially his work on initiatives like ‘Proactive Sensing,’ suggests he will bring valuable insights into building efficient and resilient supply chains. This move could benefit DICV by enhancing its product standards and operational efficiency, potentially making it more competitive in the evolving commercial vehicle market.