Grundfos Appoints New Regional Managing Director of the Americas

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. (June 16, 2016) -- Grundfos Pumps Corporation appointed Dieter Sauer as regional managing director of the Americas Region.

In this role, Sauer will oversee all aspects of the global pump manufacturer’s North and South American business, including driving regional growth and maintaining a top-motivated employee workforce.

Sauer will report directly to Grundfos Group Executive Vice President Poul Due Jensen.

“I am honored to take on this new responsibility and look forward to working with the Americas team to deliver our regional objectives,” says Sauer, who holds more than 20 years of pump industry experience, most recently serving as president of Grundfos Water Utility, the Grundfos-owned water utility company based in Aurora, Illinois.

Sauer replaces Duncan Cooper in his new role. “With his extensive knowledge of the pump industry and leadership acumen, we are confident that Dieter will expand upon the progress the region has made under Duncan’s leadership,” says Executive Vice President Due Jensen.