International Motors Appointed New Procurement Chief
Sebastian Leger will now lead global procurement strategy and supplier partnerships for the automotive firm.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in People
On April 1, 2026, International Motors appointed Sebastian Leger as senior vice president and chief procurement officer. Leger oversees the company’s global procurement organization and reports directly to President and CEO Mathias Carlbaum.
Why it matters
The appointment signals a shift in procurement strategy and supplier integration for International Motors as it aligns operations with its parent company, TRATON Group. Leaders in manufacturing should monitor how this new leadership shapes global supply chain partnerships.
Sebastian Leger brings 20 years of automotive sourcing experience to the role, including a 14-year tenure at MAN Truck & Bus. He now manages the entire global procurement organization and strategy for the company.
The players
Sebastian Leger
Senior vice president and chief procurement officer with two decades of automotive sourcing experience.
Mathias Carlbaum
President and CEO of International Motors who oversees the firm's strategic direction.
International Motors
A commercial vehicle manufacturer operating under the broader TRATON Group industrial ecosystem.
MAN Truck & Bus
A European commercial vehicle manufacturer where Leger previously served as SVP for strategy and procurement.
TRATON Group
The parent organization that manages a portfolio of international commercial vehicle brands.
The details
Leger is responsible for both strategy and supplier partnerships, acting as the primary liaison between International Motors and its parent entity, TRATON Group. His role involves coordinating procurement workflows to ensure alignment with the broader group's industrial requirements and standards. By centralizing these procurement functions, the company aims to optimize its supply chain operations under Leger's direction.
Timeline
March 2026: International Motors issued a press release confirming the leadership change.
April 1, 2026: Sebastian Leger officially assumed his new responsibilities.
Market Landscape
This appointment follows the long-standing trend of TRATON Group centralizing procurement strategy across its various commercial vehicle brands. The move mirrors past integration efforts aimed at aligning subsidiary operations with the parent organization's global sourcing standards.
Supply chain managers should track whether the alignment with TRATON Group changes existing vendor qualification requirements or tender processes. Evaluate whether your firm's current supply contract terms remain competitive under the new procurement leadership.
The takeaway
The appointment underscores the importance of having a procurement strategy that mirrors the structural hierarchy of a parent organization. Review internal sourcing protocols to see how well they align with the requirements of your own parent company or major strategic partners.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Supply Chain Dive.
