Main Responsibilities as CEO at Nutkao USA Inc.Strategic Planning and Execution:• Develop and implement the Nutkao Group’s vision, mission, and overall strategic direction.• Set long-term and short-term goals in line with the company’s objectives.Operational Oversight:• Oversee the efficient management of all manufacturing operations.• Ensure production processes are optimized for quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.• Implement best practices in manufacturing and supply chain management.Financial Management:• Manage the company’s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.• Ensure profitability and growth through effective cost control and revenue management.• Oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.Leadership and Team Development:• Foster a positive and productive company culture.Risk Management:• Identify and mitigate potential risks to the company’s operations, including supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes, and market fluctuations.Innovation and Product Development:• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in products and manufacturing processes.• Oversee research and development (R&D) activities to ensure the company remains competitive.Stakeholder Relations:• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.Market Expansion and Business Development:• Identify and pursue opportunities for market expansion and business growth.• Explore new markets, partnerships, and collaborations.Quality and Compliance:• Ensure that all products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.• Implement and monitor quality control systems and processes.

At Nutkao we manufacture outstanding chocolate and cocoa solutions for leading retailers & branded manufacturers: excellence, high quality standards and passion are our pillars to deliver excellent products.Now counting also on an integrated Cocoa chain and all possible Sustainability Certifications, Nutkao supports our clients' brands in various Spreads Categories.Main activities as National Sales Director: - sales and business development in North America and Central America supported by Food Brokers, Distributors, Market Research, and state-of-the-art R&D;- USA: develops and manages private label chocolate spreads programs to the Top 50 Food Grocery Retailers across the US, main Foodservice distributors and leading food manufacturers;- responsible for all sales functions in the National rollout of our controlled brand in Food Grocery Retailers. Responsibilities include developing new distribution, marketing and promotional programs.Specialties: sales, marketing category management, national account sales, brokers management, distributors management, full profit & loss center including strategic planning, sales and marketing, business development (R&D) and customer satisfaction.

Marketing & Sales management professional with experience in FMCG category in sales, category management, marketing and trade marketing. Strong leadership and strategic skills with a focus on integrating consumer and category insights into sales strategies and tactics that produce profitable and sustainable growth. Results-oriented, experience in the supermarket channel in US:1) National accounts, regional chains, small chains and independents2) Mainstream consumer markets3) Direct selling, broker management, and distributor managementSpecialties: Marketing, sales, category management, national account sales, broker management, trade marketing

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