Purbita Ray
About Purbita Ray
Purbita Ray is the Vice President of Innovation, Technology, and Quality of Global Cereal at General Mills, with over a decade of experience in the cereal industry and a Ph.D. in Food Microbiology.
Title and Current Role
Purbita Ray holds the position of Vice President Innovation, Technology, Quality of Global Cereal at General Mills. Additionally, she serves as the Senior Director of Research Development in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. At General Mills, her responsibilities include overseeing the innovation, technology advancements, and quality control aspects of their global cereal portfolio.
Career at General Mills
Purbita Ray joined General Mills in 2010, where she has held multiple leadership roles. Initially, she served as Director of Quality, a position she held for five years. Following this, she transitioned to Cereal Partners Worldwide, a collaborative venture between Nestlé and General Mills, where she served as Director of Research and Development from 2015 to 2017. Currently, she continues to contribute significantly to the company in her dual roles.
Education and Expertise
Purbita Ray studied at the University of Minnesota, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Food Microbiology. Her extensive expertise in food microbiology is a cornerstone of her role in cereal innovation and quality at General Mills. This specialized knowledge has been integral to her success in driving the company's research and development initiatives.
Experience in the Cereal Industry
With over a decade of experience in the cereal industry, Purbita Ray has a deep understanding of the sector, particularly in the areas of innovation and quality. Her experience includes playing a key role in the partnership between General Mills and Nestlé through Cereal Partners Worldwide. Her work has significantly impacted the company's approach to cereal innovation and quality control.
Research and Development Initiatives
Purbita Ray has been instrumental in driving key research and development initiatives at General Mills. Her work in innovation, technology, and quality has helped advance the company's cereal products. Ray's leadership in R&D has led to the development of new products and improvements in existing ones, leveraging her expertise in food microbiology.