PFERD INC. Appoints New Vice President of Sales
Milwaukee, WI - PFERD INC., a global manufacturer and distributor of abrasives, brushes and power tools, has announced the appointment of Jon-Michael Raymond to the position of vice president, sales. The announcement was made by Gene Huegin, president.
In this position, Raymond will be charged with managing PFERD’s U.S. sales force responsible for the welding, industrial and STAFDA channels. He will report directly to Huegin.
Prior to joining PFERD INC, Raymond was manager, private brand and retail, U.S. and Canada for Osborn Manufacturing, Richmond, IN. He also held several positions with Saint-Gobain—Norton, Worcester, MA. The latest being market manager, MRO for the U.S. and Canada.
According to Huegin, “We are pleased to have Jon-Michael join our staff. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industrial market and will provide a strong addition to our sales management team. His appointment is but another step in the continued growth that we are realizing as a company.”
Raymond added, “I’m very excited about this opportunity with PFERD. It’s a world-class company that has great products and a loyal customer base. I look forward to developing and increasing that base.”
PFERD INC. is the U.S. subsidiary of August Rüggeberg GmbH Co. of Marienheide, Germany. As a global manufacturer and distributor of abrasives, brushes and power tools, PFERD offers a comprehensive line of products and services for metal cutting and surface conditioning. With over 200 years of experience in developing innovative products that optimize productivity, achieve economic efficiencies and improve operator health and safety –customers around the world TRUST BLUE.
PFERD INC
9201 W. Heather Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53224
www.pferdusa.com
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