Schmaier's new role shows Salesforce is focused on growing its industry specific tools. Got a tip? Contact this reporter via email at pzaveri@insider.com or Signal at 925-364-4258. Salesforce has named David Schmaier its new chief product officer, finally filling the position that was vacant since December 2019, when Bret Taylor was promoted to chief operating officer. Schmaier joined Salesforce early last year via its $1.3 billion acquisition of Vlocity, a startup he founded that makes cloud and mobile software on top of Salesforce's platform that's tailored to specific industries. Once the deal closed in June, Schmaier was named CEO of Salesforce Industries; As chief product officer, Schmaier will lead Salesforce's global product team, strategy, and vision.