SingPost launches search for new CEO after Wolfgang Baier’s abrupt exit

He will support the transition until June 30 or earlier.

SingPost is on the lookout for a new big boss after its Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) Wolfgang Baier abruptly turned in his resignation.

The Postman revealed in a filing with the Singapore Exchange that Baier is leaving to “pursue new endeavors”, and will support a handover until 30 June 2016 or earlier.

Baier joined SingPost as Chief Executive Officer (International) in February 2011 to oversee the development of SingPost’s international wing. In October 2011, Baier was appointed GCEO to lead SingPost in a crucial stage of its transformation.

“The Board appreciates and thanks Wolfgang for his leadership and role in accelerating SingPost's transformation. Under Wolfgang's leadership and great team effort, SingPost has been established as a regional leader in eCommerce logistics business, with a strong focus on digitising our business,” said SingPost chairman Lim Ho Kee in a statement. 

As part of the transition, Deputy Chairman Goh Yeow Tin will be appointed as an Executive Director for a period of 12 months starting January 2016. Goh will oversee SingPost’s post-merger integration activities, as well as business and operations in Singapore. Meanwhile, Mervyn Lim, Deputy GCEO (Corporate Services), will cover the work of the GCEO.