Ford reshuffles management in major growth market

China is set to play a more prominent role in Ford Motor's global growth strategy following one of the automaker's biggest management reshuffles in the country.

John Lawler, who served as Ford China's chairman and CEO since December 2012, has left Shanghai to serve as Ford Motor's vice-president and controller in the United States.

Ford's operations in China are now directed by Dave Schoch, group vice-president and president of Asia-Pacific. Schoch will add the title of chairman and CEO, Ford China.