Michiel De Meulemeester
About Michiel De Meulemeester
Michiel De Meulemeester is the Head of Global Fruit Strategy, Innovation & Sourcing at General Mills in Geneva, Switzerland, with over a decade of experience in strategic purchasing and transformation management.
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Michiel De Meulemeester holds the position of Head of Global Fruit Strategy, Innovation & Sourcing at General Mills. He is currently based in Geneva, Switzerland, where he leads initiatives focused on the global fruit supply chain and innovation within the company.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Before his current role, Michiel De Meulemeester served as the Global Dairy Category Leader at General Mills from 2017 to 2020. His responsibilities included overseeing the global dairy category and implementing strategic purchasing decisions in the Geneva Area, Switzerland.
Career at Procter & Gamble
Michiel De Meulemeester worked at Procter & Gamble in multiple capacities. From 2014 to 2017, he was the Senior Innovation Manager, and from 2011 to 2014, he served as Manager Chemicals & Ingredients. Both roles were based in the Geneva Area, Switzerland, where he contributed to innovation and strategic sourcing efforts.
Education and Expertise
Michiel De Meulemeester has an extensive educational background. He achieved an MBA from Pepperdine University's Graziadio School of Business and Management in Los Angeles, USA, from 2009 to 2010. Prior to that, he earned a Master in Global Management from Antwerp Management School in Belgium from 2008 to 2009. He also holds a Master's degree from Ghent University in Belgium, completed from 2004 to 2008.
Professional Background
Michiel De Meulemeester started his professional career in strategy consulting at Alcimed in Paris, working there from 2010 to 2011. His broad experience spans over a decade in strategic purchasing and managing transformation, with roles demanding a strategic mindset and the capability to make effective decisions in fast-paced environments.