Benjamin GUILBERT is an accomplished procurement and strategy expert with extensive experience in the food and beverage sector. Currently serving as Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Mars, GUILBERT oversees a direct procurement team across Europe and CIS, focusing on strategic sourcing, procurement operations, and supplier quality assurance. Previous roles include Global Head of Procurement Strategy & Operations at pladis Global and various senior procurement positions at SABMiller and Danone, where GUILBERT implemented industry-leading methodologies and cost reduction strategies. GUILBERT holds a Master’s degree in Purchasing Management and a Master’s in Finance, along with a leadership program certification from Hult Ashridge.