3M shuffles executive ranks

3M has made some adjustments to its leadership team in the form of a new SVP supply chain.

Effecitve immediately, previous managing director 3M United Kingdom-Ireland Region Paul Keel will fill the role in lieu of Christopher Holmes, who is retiring.

“Paul is an accomplished leader whose strategic thinking skills, international experience and demonstrated record of success make him uniquely qualified for this role,” said Inge Thulin, 3M chairman, president and CEO.

Keel has also worked for McKinsey & Company, Norwest Equity Partners and General Electric. He joined 3M in 2004 and held VP and general manager titles prior to his most recent role. 

Additionally, James Bauman will fill the newly created role of SVP business transformation, Americas, effective Jan. 1. He leaves his current role as SVP Asia Pacific. He has been working for 3M for 32 years.

“Jim’s collaborative, process-oriented leadership style and extensive background in Lean Six Sigma, make him ideal for this important role,” said Thulin.