TROY, Mich. – Delphi has appointed Keith Gordon to managing director, Canadian Aftermarket, Delphi Product & Service Solutions (DPSS). He succeeds Malcolm Sissmore, who was promoted to the role of vice president, sales and service, DPSS North America in the fall of 2009.
      
Gordon’s appointment is in line with the DPSS global strategy of geographical expansion and customer growth, said the company. In this role, Gordon will be responsible for supporting the DPSS expansion strategy in the country, growing Delphi’s business with Canadian aftermarket customers and coordinating DPSS Canadian activities. Delphi activities in the Canadian aftermarket focus on key strategic products such as fuel handling, engine management, diesel, HVAC, training materials and diagnostic tools. These products and services provide the technology, training and support necessary to help customers take advantage of service opportunities in Canada.
      
Gordon served as Delphi’s district sales manager, Ontario and Atlantic Canada since January 2009.  Prior to that, he was at Specialty Sales & Marketing in Mississauga, Ontario, where he served as regional sales manager – Ontario and Atlantic Canada for 14 years. Gordon is a graduate from the University of Western Ontario, with a bachelor of arts degree.
      
"Delphi continues to provide the OE parts and services necessary to help the aftermarket meet the changing needs of the vehicle electronics revolution," said Dave Barbeau, vice president, independent aftermarket, Delphi Product & Service Solutions. "As the leader of our Canadian team, Keith will play a key role in developing our customer relationships in this important market."