Ornua has announced the appointment of two new Executive roles within its global leadership team, along with the introduction of a new operating model, to advance the company’s global growth ambition.
The new operating model will see the creation of a Global Commercial Division, led by Cesar França in a newly created role of Chief Commercial Officer. Cesar previously held responsibility for the Ornua Global Foods Division in his role as Managing Director and will now lead Ornua’s combined consumer foods and value-added ingredients Business Units.
The new model will also see the business transition to a centralised Global Operations Function, which will be led by newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Jason Musk. In his new role, Jason will have responsibility for operational efficiency across the Group, driving scalable business performance and best-in-class standards throughout Ornua’s global operations.
The operational changes will underpin an ambitious new growth plan for the business, developed by Chief Executive Officer, Conor Galvin, and the senior leadership team to leverage operational synergies, improve efficiency and facilitate high-value commercial growth in a rapidly evolving business environment.
Said Conor Galvin, Chief Executive Officer: “The introduction of a more focused and agile operating model is an exciting milestone in Ornua’s continued growth journey. It marks the first step in the delivery of a new and ambitious growth strategy, which will drive value for Ornua’s Member Co-operatives and Irish farming families, while serving the needs of our customers across the globe.
The changes are timely for the business and industry, as geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and shifting consumer behaviours, have all increased business uncertainty and impacted market conditions. Irish milk supply growth has also slowed significantly in recent years, which requires Ornua, along with its Member Co-operatives, to adopt a renewed focus on maximising value from existing milk volume. By refining our approach and simplifying how we operate, we are ensuring we have a robust platform to innovate, evolve and thrive in a transforming world.
“As part of these changes, I am pleased to welcome Jason Musk as the new Chief Operating Officer of Ornua. Jason brings a wealth of global FMCG experience to Ornua having worked with some of the world’s most recognised household brands, successfully steering businesses through periods of transformation and growth. His leadership and operational expertise will be instrumental as we continue to grow the Kerrygold brand and bring the unique proposition of Irish grass-fed dairy farming to the world. I wish Jason and Cesar every success in their new positions and look forward to continuing our work together through the implementation of our ambitious new strategy and operating model.”
Ornua’s evolved operating model will also welcome the establishment of a new dedicated Route to Market & Member Relations Business Unit with specific responsibility for the development of profitable routes to market for Irish dairy products produced by Ornua’s Member Co-operatives. Leadership for the new business unit will be announced in due course. For more visit ornua.com
