Methode Electronics, Inc. announced that John T. Erwin has been named Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). Leveraging his 35-year career in various leadership roles in procurement and supply chain management for OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, Mr. Erwin will lead all global procurement activities for Methode. His focus will be on evaluating current processes, procedures and organizational design, strengthening supplier relationships, and driving cost-savings initiatives across the organization.

John T. Erwin was previously with Guardian Industries, a manufacturer of float glass for architectural, residential and transportation applications, and plastic component assemblies for automotive and commercial vehicles. At Guardian he served as Global Vice President - Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, Vice President - Operational Procurement, Vice President of Purchasing and Strategic Relationships, and in other key roles. Prior to Guardian, Mr. Erwin held positions at TI Automotive in purchasing and General Motors in business planning.

Mr. Erwin received a Bachelor of Arts in marketing from Bryant University in Rhode Island.