Dr. Enki Tan, executive director of Shanghai-based GITI Tire, received the award on behalf of the company during a ceremony Apr. 29 at GM’s vehicle engineering center in Warren, Mich.
“This recognition by GM is truly motivating for us,” said Tan. “GITI Tire Group will continue to improve and provide strong support and services to GM and our customers.”
“We consider GITI Tire Group to be a role model for all suppliers,” added Bo Andersson, vice president of global purchasing and supply chain at GM. “They are recognized as a GM Supplier of the Year because they exceeded our expectations in 2005.”
A global team of executives from GM’s purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and logistics divisions selects winning suppliers based on quality, service, technology and price. This year, GM honored 85 suppliers for their performance throughout 2005.
