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Title: Group CPO Company: Nestlé Industry: Food & Beverage

Jacob was appointed Group Chief Procurement Officer at Nestlé and CEO of Nestrade, leading the company’ s global procurement operations. He brings extensive experience and a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Building upon the foundation established by his predecessor, Patricia Stroup, Jacob has travelled to procurement hubs in Panama, Malaysia, Switzerland and Greater China, witnessing first-hand the talent and dedication within Nestlé’ s procurement teams. His leadership focuses on driving continuous supply and cost improvement while championing sustainable practices. Jacob’ s vision emphasises responsible sourcing and sustainable growth through innovation and collaboration. Working closely with Regina Arriagada, Nestlé’ s Global Head of Procurement Technical and Logistics, and the broader procurement organisation, he is committed to strengthening Nestlé’ s procurement function.

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