FINDLAY, OH — Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has appointed Richard Williams to the newly created position of vice president, global supply chain.
Williams joins Cooper with more than 24 years of business experience in supply chain and purchasing activities, including nine years with Eaton Corp. working directly in senior supply chain management. Williams will oversee the global purchasing function, off-take and outsource programs as well as supply chain worldwide.
“As Cooper Tire continues to expand around the world, supply chain management becomes a more important skill to the organization,” explains CEO Tom Dattilo. “Rick Williams is a great addition to the company.”
Williams holds a bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, and an MBA in business management from Ashland University, Ashland, OH.
A resident of Ottawa, OH, Williams is a member of the Institute of Supply Management.
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