Bergstrom Inc. appoints new Chief Procurement Officer

September 15, 2015

Bergstrom Inc., a leader in the design and supply of climate systems to commercial vehicle industry, has appointed Mark Meegan to the role of Chief Procurement Officer.

Meegan, an industry veteran, will lead the company’s North American purchasing group and will be responsible for developing and implementing Bergstrom’s global purchasing strategy.

"Mark has had numerous successful accomplishments throughout his purchasing career in the areas of cost reduction, supplier relationship management and quality as well as general management and leadership experience,” said Jack Shaffer, president and CEO of Bergstrom Inc. "His extensive background mixed with his ability to articulate a vision, motivate and empower a team makes him the perfect person to further strengthen and grow our company.”

Meegan brings decades of experience in the industry to Bergstrom. He spent a bulk of his professional career at Navistar, Inc., in various positions including Vice President of Procurement, Engine and Powertrain. Most recently, he was an independent business consultant with a primary focus in the area of best in class procurement and cost analysis, lean supply chain, and business strategy development. He also has a broad operational background developed in key leadership positions he has held in prior engineering and manufacturing assignments.

Along with work experience, Meegan has also served as a board member of the Indiana Manufacturers Association, Junior Achievement and the Indianapolis Economic Development Corporation. He was also an active member of the Indiana University Manufacturing Excellence Roundtable and International’s Heavy Dealer Advisory Board.

For more information about Meegan or Bergstrom Inc., go to us.bergstrominc.com or contact Effie Reyes at EReyes@bergstrominc.com.