Givaudan has announced the appointment of two new members to its executive committee. Chris Thoen has been named Head of Global Science and Technology, while Willem Mutsaerts will take up the role of Head of Global Procurement. Both appointments are effective immediately.

Gilles Andrier, CEO of Givaudan said, “In line with our 2020 strategy, having innovation and procurement represented within our Executive Committee reflects our strong commitment to offer superior and sustainable solutions by providing our customers with breakthrough innovations and the best palette of ingredients, sourced in a responsible way.”

In his new role, Thoen is charged with setting the company’s long-term innovation strategy, leveraging internal and external capabilities across the company’s flavors and frgarances divisions and expanding the network of strategic partners to establish a culture of open innovation.

Mutsaerts, meanwhile, will develop innovative sourcing strategies leveraging novel sources such as biotransformation as well as fostering partnerships with suppliers, further enhancing Givaudan’s responsible sourcing program and securing the long-term supply of critical raw materials.