The challenges of the market require fast decisions and lean structures. Eberspächer said it is meeting these challenges by bundling tasks and organizing efficiently. Optimum synchronization is reflected in its new dual management structure.
Martin Peters remains chairman of the executive board as managing partner. In his new role, he will focus on communications and strategy. This will enable him, as a shareholder, to position the group more strongly both internally and externally, to further develop the strategy and to represent the values of the family-owned company.
Jörg Steins will become CEO of the Eberspächer Group. By concentrating on the operational management of the entire group, he will be able to exploit the synergies of the divisions even more effectively and act in a synchronized manner when dealing with customers. “I look forward to working with Martin Peters in this new role to ensure a strong and unified presence for our company,” said Steins.
Stephan Knuppertz, who joined the Eberspächer Group in October, completes the management team as chief financial officer together with CTO Uwe Johnen. Ulrike Wörz, previously chief strategy officer (CSO), is leaving the management board and the company. Peters said, “We would like to thank her most sincerely for her many years of outstanding commitment in various positions within the group and wish her all the best for the future.”
Peters, chairman of the executive board, further emphasized, “In Jörg Steins, I have found the right CEO for the operational overall responsibility of our broadly positioned family business. Together with Stephan Knuppertz and Uwe Johnen, we will lead the Eberspächer Group successfully into the future. The reorganization will increase efficiency and offer our customers a convincing overall package.”
With this appointment, the Esslingen, Germany-based company is following the current trend in corporate management to systematically streamline structures. In a market environment that demands faster decision-making, Eberspächer said management is also taking on an even stronger communicative and strategic role.