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Sidney Locke

Vice President at Sage Automotive Interiors

Greenville, South Carolina

Overview 

Sidney Locke is currently serving as the Global Vice President at Sage Automotive Interiors, overseeing HR, Purchasing, and Communication. With a background that includes roles such as Vice President of Human Resources and Communication, as well as experience in Business Development and Six Sigma methodologies, Locke brings a wealth of expertise to the automotive industry.

Work Experience 

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Sage Automotive Interiors

  • Global Vice President - HR, Purchasing and Communication

    2024 - Current

  • Vice President of Human Resources and Communication

    2020 - 2024

  • Director of Strategic Marketing and Communication

    2015 - 2020

    Responsible for the YES Essentials® family of performance automotive interior products as well as corporate communication, social media, and community connections.

  • Business Manager

    2009 - 2015

    Responsible for Sage Automotive Interiors business with Honda as well as corporate brand management and related brands including YES Essentials.

Sage Automotive Interiors develops and manufactures innovative automotive bodycloth and headliners.

sageautomotiveinteriors.com
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VentureSouth

  • Member

    2018 - 2024

VentureSouth is an early stage venture firm that operates angel groups and funds.

venturesouth.vc
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Milliken & Company

  • Market Manager

    2007 - 2009

    Involved in brand building and marketing of new technology introductions for the Automotive industry.

  • Business Development Manager

    2007 - 2009

    Worked to continue promotion of technologically advanced products in the automotive industry. In particular, worked with a team to support the YES Essentials® family of products. The YES Essentials line was successfully placed in 17 different vehicles and earned in excess of $20 million in annual revenues for Milliken. Advanced Development Manager Developed a branded product (YES Essentials) for automotive interiors as part of a business, marketing and technical team. Served in sales roles to promote product benefits and win placements with a major OEM. Led a Six Sigma team in the scale up and implementation of the product technology in manufacturing locations.

  • Six Sigma Black Belt

    2003 - 2007

    Scaled up successful new product introduction to the automotive industry. Trained in DMAIC and DFSS methods.

  • Research Engineer

    2001 - 2003

    Joined teams of researchers focused on generation of new technology acting as a liaison between manufacturing, research and business units. New technology ideas from the teams led to several successful new product launches into business operations. Awarded 1 patent.

  • Process and Production Manager

    1998 - 2001

    Responsible for process improvement and production output for a 7 day per week manufacturing area. Managed 30 to 50 machine operators.

Milliken & Company is a company that has been in business since 1865

Raised $500,000.00.

milliken.com

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