New general manager sales North America for Lindemann

After graduating with a degree and studies in broadcast and spending his formative years in media and marketing, Polite transitioned to a career in sales with Penske Truck Leasing. There, he honed his skills across transactional sales and long-term leasing agreements during a successful 10-year tenure. Most recently, he served as Executive Director of Business Development at XOS Trucks, a pioneering startup specializing in commercial electric vehicles.

New general manager sales North America for Lindemann
Gunard Polite, new general manager sales North America for Lindemann. Copyright: Lindemann

“Joining Lindemann is a great opportunity to blend my passion for leadership with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences,” said Polite. “While I am new to the world of metal recycling, I am eager to learn, grow, and add value to our clients by leveraging the expertise of our team and the innovative solutions Lindemann offers.”

In his new role, Polite is leading Lindemann’s North American sales team, focusing on strengthening customer relationships, driving efficiency, and underlining the company’s position as the market’s premier OEM partner. “We know where our customers are and what they need,” he explained. “My mission is to ensure that Lindemann is top of mind by demonstrating our commitment to their success and delivering on our promises. My priorities for Q1 2025 are to visit with customers, provide the team with tools and support, update our messaging and reintroduce our product portfolio to the North American Market.”

 Alexander Zinn, Global Sales Director at Lindemann  Metal Recycling, commented on the appointment: “Gunard’s energy, leadership, and customer-focused mindset make him an ideal fit for this role. His strategic vision and ability to inspire teams will be instrumental as we navigate a competitive market and continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients.”

Source: Lindemann

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