Kai Sacher
About Kai Sacher
Kai Sacher serves as the VP of R&D Global at Chobani, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in research and development, having previously worked in various roles at Danone and Chobani over two decades.
Current Role at Chobani
Kai Sacher serves as the VP of R&D Global at Chobani, a position he has held since 2011. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing research and development initiatives on a global scale. His work is centered around innovation in food products, ensuring that Chobani maintains its competitive edge in the market. He operates from the Greater New York City area, contributing to the company's strategic direction in product development.
Previous Experience at Chobani
Prior to his current role, Kai Sacher held several positions at Chobani, including Chief R&D Officer from 2019 to 2021 and SVP R&D Global from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure, he worked in Twin Falls, Idaho, where he focused on enhancing the company's research and development capabilities and driving product innovation.
Experience at Danone
Before joining Chobani, Kai Sacher worked at Danone in various roles. He served as Head of R&D Manager Russia from 2000 to 2002 and as R&D Manager AME from 2002 to 2006. He later became Head of Prototyping and Technology Central Europe from 2006 to 2009, followed by his role as Head of R&D Base of Pyramid BOP from 2009 to 2011. His experience at Danone provided him with a solid foundation in research and development within the food industry.
Education and Expertise
Kai Sacher studied at Technische Universität München, where he earned a Dipl. Ing. degree from 1985 to 1992. His educational background in engineering has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in research and development. This expertise has been instrumental in his contributions to product innovation and technology advancement in the food sector.