Hans Bakker

Source: Mars Food & Nutrition

Bakker has worked for Mars for over 20 years

Mars Food & Nutrition has appointed Hans Bakker as regional manager for Europe.

Bakker, who has worked for Mars for over 20 years, replaces Dave Dusangh, who has taken on a new role as Mars Food & Nutrition’s regional president for North America.

Since 2021, Bakker been vice president of global transformation for Mars Food & Nutrition, where he has led transformational programmes to drive growth and productivity across the 30 countries in which the company operates.

Prior to this, Bakker worked across various sales and marketing roles before becoming general manager of Mars Food & Nutrition Germany.

His ability to “tackle complex challenges and develop talent” made him “the ideal leader to continue the strong momentum in Europe”, said Mars.

Both Bakker and Dusangh will commence their new roles immediately, reporting into global president of Mars Food & Nutrition, Shaid Shah.

“I am confident that Dave and Hans will continue to strengthen our business and brands, enhancing the value we deliver to our customers and consumers in their respective regions,” said Shah.

“Their appointments highlight our dedication to investing in talent as a fundamental enabler of strong business performance… I look forward to working with them in their new capacities.”

Bakker said: “I cannot wait to work with our passionate associates across the region to drive growth with our customers, bring our purpose to life and provide healthy, nutritious meals for our consumers.”