Daimler announces two promotions

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PORTLAND, Ore. — Daimler Trucks North American (DTNA) has announced changes to its upper management ranks, including the appointment of John O’Leary to the position of chief financial officer.

O’Leary currently serves as senior vice-president of service and parts. He has worked with Daimler since 2000, holding a variety of senior positions. He takes over from Juergen Kritschgau, who is retiring after 10 years as CFO for DTNA.

Daimler also announced Friedrich Baumann has been named senior vice-president of service and parts, filling the role O’Leary has vacated. Baumann will lead DTNA’s aftermarket functions. He has worked at Daimler since 1993.

Both appointments are effective July 1.

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