Bridgestone announces management reshuffle effective September 2019

Tyre and rubber company Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) has announced several restructuring efforts and leadership changes as it upgrades/cultivates its global management structure/corporate culture. The changes will take effect on September 16, 2019, streamlining the company’s global roles and facilitating their growth agenda.

Bridgestone is expected to start primary changes with their Global Head Office (GHO) in Tokyo, Japan, by strengthening, integrating and executing significant global strategies across its Strategic Business Units (SBUs). A new SBU will also create an analogous management structure in Japan similar to the company’s other regions and facilitates a more customer-centric operating model. Further, membership changes to Bridgestone’s core team will enhance its tyre and diversified products strategy from the creation of dedicated and advanced solutions.