Airbus reshuffles supply chain as former autos exec leaves group

PARIS (Reuters) - Airbus is seeking a new permanent leader of a $50 billion (£39.01 billion) supply chain as Klaus Richter, chief procurement officer, steps down from his post at the Franco-German-led company to "pursue other professional challenges," industry sources said.The former BMW supply chain leader, who was credited with introducing carmaking strategies at Europe's largest aerospace group, will be replaced on an interim basis by the company's operational head in China, Francois Mery,..