Frédéric Chapuis
About Frédéric Chapuis
Frédéric Chapuis is the Global Packaging Sustainability Leader at General Mills, with extensive experience in packaging, product development, and procurement across various companies.
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Frédéric Chapuis serves as the Global Packaging Sustainability Leader at General Mills, located in Nyon, Vaud, Suisse. In his role, he spearheads global strategies for sustainable packaging across the company.
Current Role at General Mills
Currently, Frédéric Chapuis is leading the sustainable packaging initiatives at General Mills. He is responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies for packaging across multiple product platforms. This involves working with various teams to ensure that the company's packaging materials are both environmentally friendly and meet customer needs.
Previous Experience at CPW S.A.
Before his role at General Mills, Frédéric Chapuis worked at CPW S.A., a joint venture between Nestlé and General Mills, as the R&D Packaging Manager. He held this position for five years, from 2014 to 2019, in the Région de Lausanne, Suisse, focusing on innovative packaging solutions and research.
Career at Philip Morris International
Frédéric Chapuis accumulated significant experience at Philip Morris International Management S.A. He held various positions, including Senior Manager Packaging Materials and Development (2012-2014), Manager Direct Materials Procurement (2008-2011), Manager Product Development (2005-2008), and Senior Project Engineer (2003-2004). His roles predominantly focused on packaging materials, product development, and procurement.
Early Career at LTR Industries
Frédéric Chapuis began his career at LTR Industries (Schweitzer-Mauduit International Inc) as a Process Engineer from 1991 to 1994 and later as Technical Director from 1995 to 2003. He worked in Le Mans, France, focusing on engineering processes and technical direction for nearly a decade.
Education in Food Science and Technology
Frédéric Chapuis holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Food Science and Technology from AgroSup Dijon, France (ENSBANA). He completed his studies there from 1987 to 1990, laying a strong foundation for his technical expertise.
Skills and Multilingual Abilities
Frédéric Chapuis is fluent in both French and English, which enhances his capability to work effectively in international and multi-cultural environments. His strong analytical skills, practical problem-solving approach, and customer-centric focus are key attributes that have contributed to his success in various roles.
Leadership and Team Management
Throughout his career, Frédéric Chapuis has demonstrated effective leadership and team management skills. He has a proven track record of achieving results in complex, fast-paced environments and excels in interdisciplinary collaboration and team management.