Lear earns award for 23rd time in
32 years
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lear Corporation (NYSE:
LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and
E-Systems, today announced it was recognized with a GM Supplier of
the Year award during General Motors' 32nd annual
Supplier of the Year ceremony.
GM's Supplier of the Year award honors global suppliers that
distinguish themselves by exceeding GM's expectations while
providing consumers with technologies featuring cutting-edge
innovation and world-class quality. In 2023, Lear supported
multiple GM product launches, invested in two new facilities, and
collaborated on the development of several new product launches
scheduled to begin production in 2024.
"We're honored to partner with these top suppliers who have made
notable contributions to our transformation. Together, we're
pushing boundaries, pioneering new technologies and redefining
what's possible," said Jeff
Morrison, GM Vice President, Global Purchasing and Supply
Chain. "Their innovation and support are critical to helping us
deliver the world-class vehicles our customers have to come
expect."
"Lear is once again honored to be recognized by General Motors.
Winning this award for the 23rd time and every year
since 2017 demonstrates the strong collaboration we have with one
of our longest-standing and valued customers," said Ray Scott, Lear President and CEO. "A commitment
to operational excellence, an unwavering focus on quality and a
relentless pursuit of innovation is the foundation of Lear's
enduring success."
GM Supplier of the Year Award recipients are selected by a
global, cross-functional team based on the suppliers' performance
in business and cultural criteria, including quality, launch,
supply chain, total enterprise cost, innovation and engineering,
communication and transparency, and safety.
About Lear Corporation
Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and
E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers
around the world. Lear's diverse team of talented employees in 38
countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational
excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™
by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more
comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major
automaker in the world and ranks 189 on the Fortune 500. Further
information about Lear is available at lear.com.
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