Rafael Ximenes

Rafael Ximenes is an experienced sales and marketing professional with a focus on the food and nutrition sectors. Currently serving as Area Sales Manager at Nexira since May 2021, Rafael oversees sales across Scandinavia, the Iberian Peninsula, and South Africa. Prior to this role, Rafael was Senior Product Manager at UNIPEX from January 2019 to April 2021, where responsibilities included trend analysis, strategic development, and product innovation tailored to customer demands. Rafael's earlier experience at Lesaffre from January 2010 to January 2019 encompassed various roles, including Business Developer for EMEA and Marketing & Communication Manager for Spain and Portugal, highlighting achievements in brand repositioning, cost-saving initiatives, and market expansion strategies in both Western Europe and Africa. Rafael holds a Master's degree in Management and International Marketing, as well as a Law, Economy and Management Degree with a focus on Marketing and Distribution Management from the University of Lille 1 Sciences and Technology.