Fumihiko Abe
About Fumihiko Abe
Fumihiko Abe is the Managing Director and Regional Manager Japan at General Mills, based in Tokyo. He has extensive experience in leadership roles at Nestle Purina and Unilever Japan.
Managing Director and Regional Manager Japan
Fumihiko Abe is the Managing Director and Regional Manager for Japan at General Mills, headquartered in Tokyo. He has been leading the company's operations in Japan since June 2016. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and operational management of General Mills' activities within the Japanese market.
Company President at Nestle Purina
Fumihiko Abe served as the Company President at Nestle Purina from 2012 to 2016. During his four-year tenure in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan, he was responsible for driving the company's growth and market presence in the pet care industry. He led initiatives that focused on expanding market share and improving organizational efficiencies.
VP Marketing at Unilever Japan
Before joining Nestle Purina, Fumihiko Abe worked as the VP Marketing at Unilever Japan Customer Marketing K.K. in 2011-2012. In this role, which he held for one year, he was responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and campaigns aimed at increasing consumer engagement and product visibility in Japan.
President and Representative Director at Unilever Japan Beverage
Fumihiko Abe held the position of President and Representative Director at Unilever Japan Beverage K.K. from 2006 to 2011. Over the course of five years, he led the company's beverage division, ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth. His leadership contributed significantly to the brand's performance in the Japanese market.
Education and Expertise
Fumihiko Abe earned a Master of Science (MSc) in International Marketing from the University of Strathclyde, completing his studies in 1992. His educational background has provided him with comprehensive expertise in marketing strategies and international business, which he has applied throughout his professional career in various high-level management roles.