ALPHARETTA, GA — Exide Technologies has announced the appointment of Edward J. (E.J.) O’Leary, as president – transportation Americas, effective June 6. O’Leary succeeds Randy Siuda, who has left the company to pursue other opportunities.
O’Leary has more than 25 years of management experience in the automotive industry and most recently served as president – The Americas at Oetiker Inc. His prior experience includes CEO of iStarSystems, vice president sales and distribution – The Americas at Federal-Mogul Corp., executive vice president sales and marketing at Cooper Automotive and national sales manager – Monroe Auto Equipment Co. at Tenneco Inc.
“I have known E.J. for many years, and he shares my determination to help restore this company and its brands,” said Exide President and CEO Gordon Ulsh. “E.J. understands that for Exide to be successful in the transportation sector, our entire team must be uncompromising when it comes to developing closer relationships with our customers and suppliers, implementing programs that will drive profitability and quality and enhancing the level of pride and loyalty among our employees.
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