Global Rubber Industries (GRI) has announced the hiring of Maury Shnier as its sales and marketing director for the Americas.

Previously, Shnier was with CAMSO, where most recently he held the post of executive director, sales & operations for the material handling aftermarket division in Canada and the USA.

The company said it’s looking to expand its product offering into agriculture and construction tires with the grand opening of its new factory in January 2018.

Shnier will be leading GRI’s efforts  expand its sales, distribution and dealer network to support the full scope of its enhanced product offering across the Americas. In the US his focus will be on Agriculture and Construction tires, as GRI is well established in Industrial tires.

“I am excited to be joining the GRI team to help them reach the full potential of their sizable investments in new manufacturing capabilities,” said Shnier. “Having seen their existing products in the market and witnessed their strong relationships, I look forward to ensuring the company continues that momentum as it branches out into new products and territories.”