Nissan Names New China Head in Push to Fortify Top Growth Market
- Performance chief Jose Munoz will also lead China operations
- Current China head Jun Seki moves to Nissan-Renault alliance
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Nissan Motor Co. is doubling down on its push in China, naming one of its top executives to head operations in a market the carmaker expects to be its biggest growth driver over the next five years.
Chief Performance Officer Jose Munoz, promoted to his current role more than a year ago, will take on added responsibility as head of Nissan’s China operations, the Japanese automaker said Wednesday. Makoto Uchida, currently head of purchasing, will become president of Dongfeng Motor Co., Nissan’s China joint venture.