Lukas Candreia
About Lukas Candreia
Lukas Candreia serves as the Head of the Strategic Business Unit Analytical Chemistry at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc, a position he has held since 2017. He has a strong academic background in management and chemistry, with degrees from institutions such as Universität Zürich and the University of Oxford.
Work at Mettler-Toledo International
Lukas Candreia has been serving as the Head of the Strategic Business Unit Analytical Chemistry (SBU AnaChem) at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc since 2017. His role is based in Zürich und Umgebung, Schweiz. Prior to this position, he held various roles within the company, including Head of Business Unit Titration from 2014 to 2017, and Manager Market Support Analytical Chemistry from 2013 to 2014. He also worked as a Product Manager for Titration and UV/Vis products, and as an Applications Chemist in the Market Support Group. His extensive tenure at Mettler-Toledo highlights his expertise in analytical chemistry and business management.
Education and Expertise
Lukas Candreia has a strong educational background in chemistry and management. He earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Inorganic and Biological Chemistry from Universität Zürich, completing his studies from 1995 to 2002. He further enhanced his management skills by obtaining a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Principles of General Management from Universität Zürich in 2011. Additionally, he participated in the Transition to Leadership Programme at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, from 2014 to 2015. In 2019, he completed a program in Strategic Management at St. Gallen Business School.
Background
Lukas Candreia's professional journey in the field of analytical chemistry began at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc, where he started as an Applications Chemist in the Market Support Group in 2004. Over the years, he progressed through various roles, including Product Manager and Head of Business Units. His experience spans over two decades in the analytical chemistry sector, with a focus on product management and strategic leadership.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Mettler-Toledo International, Lukas Candreia has contributed to the development and management of multiple product lines in analytical chemistry. His leadership roles have involved overseeing business units and managing market support for analytical instruments. His educational qualifications and professional experiences have equipped him with the skills necessary to lead effectively in a technical and business-oriented environment.