Ashok Sawant

Creative and highly experienced professional with more than 32 years of global experience in supply chain and innovation leadership within the processes food FMCG industry. Worked for two major companies Royal Friesland Campina and Unilever. Demonstrated a steady track record of business delivery and people management, resulting in successive leadership positions at a national, regional and global level. Highly experienced in working with marketing, financial, regulatory and manufacturing functions. Knowledge of developing and emerging markets and their needs is a particular area of strength. Have managed large teams of 40 – 50 technology professionals across multinational locations.

Managed multi million Euro complex innovation and supply chain related projects across the globe. Managed multi million Euro market potential portfolios for business categories. Developed best practices and tools for management processes for these activities.

Areas of expertise

Innovation management and new product development in the food and beverage FMCG sector.

Innovation and transformation capex program management. Certified MSP Foundation Level Program Manager.

Innovation project management. Certified Senior Project Manager IPMA Level B.

Innovation portfolio management to deliver on innovation strategies.

Creating and building an R & D organization at a national and regional level.

Mentoring and development of young professionals to take leadership positions.