I am pleased to report that Barbara Bias Jackson has been promoted to the position of Regional Procurement Manager for the Americas region. This position reports to the Director of Global Procurement and the promotion is effective immediately.
Tracy Bradford will continue to operate in his current position. However, the responsibilities and workload will be organized by product-line, to improve efficiency and to continue to reduce our raw material costs. For now, Barbara will be responsible for the procurement of all plastic resins. Tracy will assist Barbara in transitioning to her new role, but Tracy will focus his primary efforts on the efficient procurement of fiber, carbon black and all other products.
Our Human Resources Department will also begin efforts shortly to identify and hire a Purchasing Agent that will fill the position being vacated by Barbara.
Please join me in congratulating Barbara in her new role. Your continued support and cooperation is appreciated.