John Plenzler
About John Plenzler
John Plenzler serves as the Director of People and Culture at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in human resources, having held leadership roles at various companies, including Sanoh America, NSG Pilkington, and Faurecia, and is recognized for his ability to manage change and align HR functions with business objectives.
Current Role at Navistar
John Plenzler serves as the Director of People and Culture at Navistar Inc. since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing organizational culture and managing human resources effectively. His responsibilities include overseeing HR strategies that align with the company's objectives and fostering an adaptable work environment.
Previous Experience at Sanoh America, Inc.
Prior to joining Navistar, John Plenzler held the position of Chief Human Resource Officer at Sanoh America, Inc. from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure in Findlay, Ohio, he was instrumental in implementing HR Lean Manufacturing Systems, which aimed to improve organizational efficiency and performance.
Background in Human Resources
John Plenzler has extensive experience in human resources, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as Director of Human Resources at NSG Pilkington from 2015 to 2020 and held similar positions at Faurecia from 2010 to 2015 and Lear Corporation from 2000 to 2005. His career began at Dana Corporation, where he worked as a Human Resource Specialist from 1998 to 2000.
Education and Professional Development
John Plenzler has a solid educational background in human resource management. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Toledo, studying from 1992 to 1998. Additionally, he completed the Global Leadership Program II at IESE Business School and the Executive Development II program at INSEAD, enhancing his leadership skills.
Skills and Expertise
John Plenzler is recognized for his strategic and creative thinking in aligning HR functions with business goals. He has a strong ability to manage change effectively across organizations, fostering a culture of adaptability. His innovative problem-solving skills have contributed to improved bottom-line performance in his previous roles.