Hyundai Motor Announces Leadership Promotions

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Hyundai Motor Company (HYMTF) announced two strategic leadership promotions to strengthen its global operations. Philippe Guerin-Boutaud has been promoted to Executive Vice President of the newly established Global Product Management Division, reporting to CEO José Muñoz. In his role, he will oversee global product strategy and planning to drive sales performance and profitability.

Chris Susock has been appointed as Chief Manufacturing Officer of Hyundai Motor North America, a new position consolidating oversight of U.S. manufacturing operations, including facilities in Alabama (HMMA) and Metaplant America (HMGMA). Susock will report to both Muñoz and Randy Parker, focusing on maximizing operational synergy and enhancing productivity across facilities.

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• Creation of new Global Product Management Division to improve global sales and profitability
• Consolidation of U.S. manufacturing operations under single leadership for better operational synergy
• Both executives bring extensive industry experience and proven track records in their respective fields

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• Philippe Guerin-Boutaud promoted to Executive Vice President, Global Product Management Division, Hyundai Motor Company
• Chris Susock promoted to Chief Manufacturing Officer, Hyundai Motor North America

SEOUL, South Korea, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company today announced two strategic leadership promotions aimed at advancing product alignment globally and manufacturing excellence in North America. These changes reflect Hyundai's ongoing commitment to growth, innovation, and operational efficiency. Philippe Guerin-Boutaud has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Global Product Management Division, Hyundai Motor Company. Chris Susock has been named Chief Manufacturing Officer, Hyundai Motor North America. Guerin-Boutaud will report directly to José Muñoz, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, while Susock will report jointly to Muñoz and Randy Parker, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America.

"Philippe and Chris are trusted and accomplished leaders who bring proven expertise, strategic insight, and a deep commitment to excellence," said José Muñoz. "Philippe's global perspective and product vision will help us unlock greater value across our portfolio, while Chris's manufacturing leadership will strengthen operational efficiency and quality in North America. These appointments reinforce our focus on execution, innovation, and sustained growth as we navigate a rapidly evolving industry landscape."

Executive Appointments

Philippe Guerin-Boutaud has been promoted to Executive Vice President of the newly established Global Product Management Division. This division is tasked with driving global sales performance and improving profitability through integrated product leadership. The Global Product Strategy and Planning unit will now report to Guerin-Boutaud, while regional product teams will adopt a dual reporting structure, maintaining ties to both global and local leadership.

Previously, Guerin-Boutaud served as Senior Vice President of the Global Product Directors Office at Hyundai Motor Company. Before joining Hyundai, he was Executive Vice President of Quality and Total Customer Satisfaction at Renault Group. His extensive international career spans vehicle performance, design, vehicle and manufacturing engineering, business unit management, with global experience across Europe, Japan, the Americas and Korea. He holds engineering degrees from École Centrale de Paris and a Master of Science in Mechanical Dynamic Systems Modeling.

Chris Susock has been promoted to Chief Manufacturing Officer, Hyundai Motor North America, a newly created position that consolidates oversight of Hyundai's U.S. manufacturing operations, including Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) and Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA). Susock will focus on maximizing operational synergy, streamlining processes, and enhancing productivity, quality and safety across both facilities.

Susock previously served as President and CEO of HMMA, where he oversaw all of the manufacturing business operations. He joined Hyundai in 2004 to support the launch of its first U.S. greenfield manufacturing plant. As Director of Quality, Vice President of Vehicle Production, then Chief Operating Officer, he played a pivotal role in shaping HMMA's Business Manufacturing Operating System. Prior to Hyundai, Susock spent 15 years at Ford Motor Company in various manufacturing leadership positions.

These executive promotions align with Hyundai's long-term strategic goals and reinforce its commitment to building a more agile, integrated, and forward-looking leadership team.

About Hyundai Motor Company
Established in 1967, Hyundai Motor Company is present in over 200 countries with more than 120,000 employees dedicated to tackling real-world mobility challenges around the globe. Based on the brand vision 'Progress for Humanity,' Hyundai Motor is accelerating its transformation into a Smart Mobility Solution Provider. The company invests in advanced technologies such as robotics and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to bring about revolutionary mobility solutions while pursuing open innovation to introduce future mobility services. In pursuit of a sustainable future for the world, Hyundai will continue its efforts to introduce zero-emission vehicles with industry-leading hydrogen fuel cell and EV technologies.

More information about Hyundai Motor and its products can be found at: https://www.hyundai.com/worldwide/en/ or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai 

 

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FAQ

Who is the new Executive Vice President of Global Product Management at Hyundai Motor (HYMTF)?

Philippe Guerin-Boutaud has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Hyundai's Global Product Management Division, previously serving as Senior Vice President of the Global Product Directors Office.

Who is Chris Susock and what is his new role at Hyundai Motor North America?

Chris Susock has been promoted to Chief Manufacturing Officer of Hyundai Motor North America, overseeing U.S. manufacturing operations including HMMA and HMGMA facilities. He previously served as President and CEO of HMMA.

What are the main responsibilities of Hyundai's new Global Product Management Division?

The division is responsible for driving global sales performance and improving profitability through integrated product leadership, with oversight of Global Product Strategy and Planning.

Who will Philippe Guerin-Boutaud and Chris Susock report to in their new roles at Hyundai?

Guerin-Boutaud will report directly to José Muñoz, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, while Susock will report jointly to Muñoz and Randy Parker, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America.