Oshkosh Corporation, an innovator of mission-critical vehicles and equipment, announced that John C. Pfeifer, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Oshkosh, effective May 11, 2020. Mr. Pfeifer will continue to report to Wilson R. Jones, Chief Executive Officer.
Mr. Pfeifer joined Oshkosh in May 2019 and has been responsible for overseeing the Company’s Access Equipment, Fire & Emergency and Commercial segments. As President, Mr. Pfeifer will also assume responsibility for the Company’s Defence segment and the global supply chain, digital technology and marketing functions.
Robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic
“Since joining Oshkosh, in addition to leading our non-Defence segments, John has been instrumental in supporting our MOVE strategy, leading our simplification and productivity efforts, driving innovation and growing our lifecycle parts and services,” said Jones.
“Additionally, John has demonstrated strong People First leadership in helping to quickly implement a robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic by focusing on the wellbeing of our team members and communities while continuing to support our customers. This transition of the President role to John reflects our confidence in him and his ability to lead and advance the Company.”
“Oshkosh is truly a different integrated global industrial company,” commented Pfeifer. “We have incredible people who are able to leverage operational synergies, technology and scale to meet the needs of diverse customers. I am committed to our purpose of making a difference for those who build, serve and protect communities around the world. I look forward to continuing to work closely with Wilson, our leadership team and our talented team members as we position Oshkosh for long-term success.”
