Human Resources

Dr. Matthias Jurytko takes over the management of the fuel cell joint venture cellcentric

Dr. Matthias Jurytko takes over the management of the fuel cell joint venture cellcentric
Stuttgart / Wörth am Rhein , Apr 30, 2021 - Dr. Matthias Jurytko, currently Plant Manager and Head of Production at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth, will move to cellcentric, the fuel cell joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, as of 1 June 2021. He will take over the role of Managing Director and CEO there.

Reorganization of marketing and PR at Mercedes-Benz

Reorganization of marketing and PR at Mercedes-Benz
Stuttgart (Germany), Apr 29, 2021 - Mercedes-Benz is fundamentally reorganising its marketing and communication activities. For the first time, both areas are being merged in a joint unit headed by Bettina Fetzer. The aim of this realignment is to have a uniform global presence – for the product brands as well as for the Mercedes-Benz corporate brand.

Daimler Truck AG makes significant management and organizational changes in preparation for an independent future

Daimler Truck AG makes significant management and organizational changes in preparation for an independent future
Stuttgart, Apr 26, 2021 - In preparation for its spin-off from Daimler AG and its independent listing on the Frankfurt stock exchange planned for late 2021, Daimler Truck AG is announcing the composition of its new Board of Management and a series of significant management and organizational changes, set to take place as of July 1st 2021.

John O‘Leary appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Daimler Trucks North America

John O‘Leary appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Daimler Trucks North America
Stuttgart/ Portland, Oregon, Feb 16, 2021 - The Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG has appointed John O’Leary (60) as the next President and CEO of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) with its brands Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation and Detroit Diesel Corporation.

Welcome on board: Karin Rådström takes over management of Mercedes-Benz Trucks

Welcome on board: Karin Rådström takes over management of Mercedes-Benz Trucks
Stuttgart, Feb 1, 2021 - Karin Rådström took up her position as Member of the Board of Management, Daimler Truck AG, responsible for Mercedes-Benz Trucks, today. Rådström most recently has been responsible for sales and marketing at Scania as a member of the Executive Board.

Personnel changes in the Mercedes-Benz Trucks production network: Sven Gräble takes over from Gerald Jank

Personnel changes in the Mercedes-Benz Trucks production network: Sven Gräble takes over from Gerald Jank
Stuttgart/Wörth am Rhein , Jan 29, 2021 - Change of leadership at Daimler Trucks: The new Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks Operations at Daimler Truck AG is Sven Gräble.

Initiative Daimler ProCent stellt 2020 mehr als 1,6 Millionen Euro für soziale Projekte zur Verfügung

Initiative Daimler ProCent stellt 2020 mehr als 1,6 Millionen Euro für soziale Projekte zur Verfügung
Stuttgart, Jan 28, 2021 - Monat für Monat spenden zehntausende Daimler-Beschäftigte die Cent-Beiträge ihres Netto-Entgelts für die Initiative Daimler ProCent und fördern damit soziale und gemeinnützige Projekte weltweit.

Proposals for new appointments to the Daimler Supervisory Board and for its chair

Proposals for new appointments to the Daimler Supervisory Board and for its chair
Stuttgart, Dec 3, 2020 - The Supervisory Board of Daimler AG is facing significant personnel changes. At the end of the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on March 31, 2021, the term of office of the longstanding Chairman, Manfred Bischoff, will expire and he will step down from the Supervisory Board.

New plant manager in Düsseldorf: Michael Hellmann to succeed Armin Willy and take over management of the Sprinter plant on 1 January 2021

New plant manager in Düsseldorf: Michael Hellmann to succeed Armin Willy and take over management of the Sprinter plant on 1 January 2021
Stuttgart, Nov 11, 2020 - Michael Hellmann (52), currently Head of MBC Engineering & Manufacturing Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. at Daimler Greater China in Beijing, will take over management of the site and production at the Mercedes-Benz Düsseldorf plant on 01.01.2021.

Karin Rådström takes over management of Mercedes-Benz Trucks on 1 February 2021

Karin Rådström takes over management of Mercedes-Benz Trucks on 1 February 2021
Stuttgart, Oct 22, 2020 - Karin Rådström will start her appointment as Member of the Board of Management, Daimler Truck AG, responsible for Mercedes-Benz Trucks, on 1 February 2021. Rådström most recently has been responsible for sales and marketing at Scania as a member of the Executive Board.

After 36 years with Daimler: Stefan Buchner retires

After 36 years with Daimler: Stefan Buchner retires
Stuttgart, Sep 28, 2020 - Farewell to Stefan Buchner: After 36 years in various management functions in the Daimler Group, the current Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks will retire on 30 September 2020.

Management change: Personnel changes at Daimler Trucks & Buses

Management change: Personnel changes at Daimler Trucks & Buses
Stuttgart, Jul 29, 2020 - Mirko Sgodda (46), currently Head of Compliance Trucks & Buses, will become the new Head of Marketing, Sales and Customer Services at Daimler Buses on October 1, 2020.

Management changes at Mercedes-AMG

Management changes at Mercedes-AMG
Stuttgart , May 26, 2020 - Daimler announced today that Philipp Schiemer has been appointed CEO of AMG, Mercedes-Benz’s high-performance subsidiary.

Stefan Buchner retires after 35 years at Daimler

Stefan Buchner retires after 35 years at Daimler
Stuttgart, Mar 10, 2020 - Stefan Buchner (60), Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, will retire on September 30, 2020 after approximately 35 years in a wide variety of management positions.

Management changes at Investor Relations and Daimler Greater China

Management changes at Investor Relations and Daimler Greater China
Stuttgart, Mar 4, 2020 - Daimler has appointed Steffen Hoffmann and Olaf Schick for two top positions in the finance department. After 11 years at the helm of Daimler AG’s Investor Relations department, Björn Scheib will hand over responsibility to his successor Steffen Hoffmann on April 1, 2020.

Daimler optimizes decision-making processes and streamlines organizational structure

Daimler optimizes decision-making processes and streamlines organizational structure
Stuttgart, Feb 20, 2020 - As part of its sustainable business strategy, Daimler AG is strongly moving forward with its product, electrification and digitalization offensive.

Daimler Mobility is accelerating its digitalization and realigning the areas of responsibility within its Board of Management accordingly

Daimler Mobility is accelerating its digitalization and realigning the areas of responsibility within its Board of Management accordingly
Stuttgart, Feb 18, 2020 - Daimler Mobility is continuing to systematically forge ahead with the digital transformation of its financial services business. Among other things, Daimler Mobility will combine the global responsibility for the financing and leasing operations in a new executive division, Operations & Digital Solutions, effective April 1, 2020.

Daimler rewards employees for financial year 2019

Daimler rewards employees for financial year 2019
Stuttgart, Feb 11, 2020 - The automotive industry is changing: despite challenging conditions, Daimler participates its employees in the financial year 2019 with a profit-share of up to 597 euros and a one-time appreciation bonus of up to 500 euros.

Change of management: Personnel changes at Daimler Trucks & Buses

Change of management: Personnel changes at Daimler Trucks & Buses
Stuttgart / Sao Paolo, Feb 3, 2020 - After 35 years at Daimler AG, Ulrich Bastert (60), Head of Marketing, Sales and Customer Services at Daimler Buses, will be retiring on July 1st, 2020. Philipp Schiemer (55), who is currently Head of Mercedes-Benz do Brasil Ltda., will step into his new role as Mr. Bastert's successor, while Karl Deppen (53) will be in charge of the Brazilian division of Daimler Trucks & Buses.

Eefje Dikker has been appointed to the Board of Management of Daimler Mobility AG, responsible for Human Resources

Eefje Dikker has been appointed to the Board of Management of Daimler Mobility AG, responsible for Human Resources
Stuttgart, Jan 9, 2020 - The Supervisory Board of Daimler Mobility AG has appointed Eefje Dikker to the Board of Management as Director of Labor Relations effective January 1, 2020. The 49-year-old Dutch citizen will be responsible for all areas of Human Resources at Daimler Mobility AG, which operates in more than 40 countries with a total workforce of approximately 13,000 employees.

Investition in die Zukunft: Daimler Trucks Chef Martin Daum begrüßt neue Auszubildende und duale Studenten am Standort Mannheim

Investition in die Zukunft: Daimler Trucks Chef Martin Daum begrüßt neue Auszubildende und duale Studenten am Standort Mannheim
Mannheim, Oct 16, 2019 - Ein besonderer Tag in der Ausbildungswerkstatt: In diesem Jahr haben 108 Auszubildende und zwölf duale Studenten ihre Ausbildung im Mercedes-Benz Werk und bei der EvoBus GmbH in Mannheim gestartet.

“We live diversity!” Pride Tour 2019 – Daimler supports tolerance and diversity worldwide

“We live diversity!” Pride Tour 2019 – Daimler supports tolerance and diversity worldwide
Stuttgart, May 29, 2019 - Supporting the slogan "We live diversity!" Daimler will be participating in 13 Pride Parades and events all over the world.

Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars

Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars
Stuttgart, May 17, 2019 - Mercedes-Benz Cars appoints new sales management in China, USA and Russia.

„Let’s Benz!“ – noch vor den Sommerferien einen Ausbildungsplatz für nächstes Jahr sichern

„Let’s Benz!“ – noch vor den Sommerferien einen Ausbildungsplatz für nächstes Jahr sichern
Stuttgart, May 10, 2019 - Schulabschluss und dann? Mit „Let’s Benz!“ im Schnelldurchlauf zum Berufseinstieg. Auch in diesem Sommer haben interessierte Schülerinnen und Schüler die Möglichkeit, sich innerhalb weniger Tage einen Ausbildungs- oder dualen Studienplatz bei Daimler zu sichern.

Change of management: Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars

Change of management: Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars
Stuttgart, Apr 29, 2019 - Katrin Adt (46) is taking over management of the newly created unit Mercedes-Benz Cars Own Retail Europe (Passenger Cars and Vans) as of July 2019. The German and European section of the Group's own sales network (Own Retail) is being amalgamated.

Benedikt Schell to become the new CEO of Mercedes-Benz Bank AG

Benedikt Schell to become the new CEO of Mercedes-Benz Bank AG
Stuttgart, Apr 25, 2019 - The Supervisory Board of Mercedes-Benz Bank AG has picked the successor for the CEO position. Franz Reiner (51), who will take over as chairman of Daimler Financial Services AG effective June 1, 2019, will be succeeded at the same time by Benedikt Schell (48) as the new CEO of Mercedes-Benz Bank.

Personnel change at Mercedes-Benz Vans: Change in Management in Van Division: Marcus Breitschwerdt succeeds Volker Mornhinweg as Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans

Personnel change at Mercedes-Benz Vans: Change in Management in Van Division: Marcus Breitschwerdt succeeds Volker Mornhinweg as Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans
Stuttgart, Mar 29, 2019 - After 39 years at Daimler AG, Volker Mornhinweg (59), Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans, will retire on May 1, 2019. Marcus Breitschwerdt (57), currently Head of Marketing & Sales Mercedes-Benz Cars Europe, will be his successor.

Listen to Daimler: new podcast "HeadLights" takes a look behind the scenes

Listen to Daimler: new podcast "HeadLights" takes a look behind the scenes
Stuttgart, Mar 27, 2019 - How does a typical day at work look like for a 26-year-old supervisor in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class production? What does it mean for a refugee to begin an apprenticeship as an IT electronics technician at Daimler and thus start a new life?

Daimler rewards employees for financial year 2018

Daimler rewards employees for financial year 2018
Stuttgart, Feb 6, 2019 - Despite difficult conditions, Daimler employees will participate in the financial year 2018 with a profit-share of up to 4,965 euros.

Change in management: Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans

Change in management: Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans
Stuttgart , Jan 30, 2019 - Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans announce changes in the management team: Personnel changes at Mercedes-Benz Cars Effective as on July 1, 2019, Jason Hoff will be the new Head of Quality Management Mercedes-Benz Cars, succeeding Jörg Burzer, who will succeed Markus Schäfer as Member of the Divisional Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Cars, Production and Supply Chain.

Mercedes-Benz Marketing under new leadership

Mercedes-Benz Marketing under new leadership
Stuttgart, Oct 12, 2018 - Bettina Fetzer (38) will take over as Head of Mercedes-Benz Marketing on November 1, 2018. Following various positions in the communications department of Daimler AG, Fetzer was most recently in charge of global products and brands PR at Mercedes-Benz Cars.

Joachim Schlereth to succeed Andreas Schmid as Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks Sales and Services Germany

Joachim Schlereth to succeed Andreas Schmid as Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks Sales and Services Germany
Stuttgart, Oct 12, 2018 - Effective November 1, 2018, Andreas Schmid (58) will take over management of the Trucks Sales District Württemberg and serve as acting manager of the Trucks Sales District Bavaria.

Fachkräfte von morgen: Daimler Vorstand Ola Källenius begrüßt neue Auszubildende und DH-Studenten im Mercedes-Benz Werk Sindelfingen

Fachkräfte von morgen: Daimler Vorstand Ola Källenius begrüßt neue Auszubildende und DH-Studenten im Mercedes-Benz Werk Sindelfingen
Sindelfingen, Oct 11, 2018 - Ola Källenius, Mitglied des Vorstandes der Daimler AG verantwortlich für Konzernforschung & Mercedes-Benz Cars Entwicklung, hat die neuen Auszubildenden und DH-Studenten im Mercedes-Benz Werk Sindelfingen begrüßt.

Andrea Corso appointed as new Head of Communications at Daimler Trucks North America

Andrea Corso appointed as new Head of Communications at Daimler Trucks North America
Portland (Oregon) / Stuttgart, Sep 4, 2018 - Andrea Corso has been appointed as Head of Communications at Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) effective August 20, 2018.

Mercedes-Benz PR under new management: Katja Bott to become the new head of Global Communications Mercedes-Benz Cars

Mercedes-Benz PR under new management: Katja Bott to become the new head of Global Communications Mercedes-Benz Cars
Stuttgart, Jun 7, 2018 - Katja Bott will assume responsibility for the global communications of Mercedes-Benz Cars in autumn. This includes the Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Maybach, Mercedes-AMG and smart passenger car brands.

"We live diversity!" Pride Tour 2018 – Daimler supports tolerance and diversity worldwide

"We live diversity!" Pride Tour 2018 – Daimler supports tolerance and diversity worldwide
Stuttgart, Jun 6, 2018 - Supporting the slogan "We live diversity!", Daimler will be participating in 17 Pride parades and events all over the world.

Annette Winkler hands over management of smart

Annette Winkler hands over management of smart
Stuttgart, May 29, 2018 - Dr. Annette Winkler (58) is to leave her position as head of smart at Daimler AG after eight years on September 30, 2018. Daimler will announce the future head of the smart management at a later date.

Change of management at Mercedes-Benz Vans: Dr. Ulf Zillig appointed new Head of Development

Change of management at Mercedes-Benz Vans: Dr. Ulf Zillig appointed new Head of Development
Stuttgart, Apr 24, 2018 - Dr. Ulf Zillig, 52, currently the overall strategic project manager for the global product project "New Mercedes-Benz Sprinter", will take over the management of Development at Mercedes-Benz Vans on July 1, 2018.

Andreas von Wallfeld named new Head of Marketing, Sales and Services Mercedes-Benz Trucks

Andreas von Wallfeld named new Head of Marketing, Sales and Services Mercedes-Benz Trucks
Stuttgart, Apr 9, 2018 - Andreas von Wallfeld (47) has been named as the new Head of Marketing, Sales and Services Mercedes-Benz Trucks as of May 1, 2018. He succeeds Till Oberwörder (47) who started his new assignment as Head of Daimler Buses on April 1, 2018.

Daimler rewards employees for outstanding business year 2017

Daimler rewards employees for outstanding business year 2017
Stuttgart, Feb 1, 2018 - For their contribution to the successful business year of 2017 Daimler employees receive the highest profit-sharing bonus of the companys history.