Mondelēz International Names New Executive VP of EuropeMondelēz International Names New Executive VP of Europe

Mondelēz International has appointed Volker Kuhn as executive vice president and president, Europe, effective April 1, 2025.

Kuhn will replace Vinzenz Gruber, who has announced his retirement from the company, also effective April 1, 2025. Kuhn will join the organization on January 6, 2025, partnering with Gruber to ensure a smooth transition.

Kuhn joins Mondelēz from Reckitt’s hygiene business, its largest global unit, where he delivered top- and bottom-line performance b acceleration driven by innovation, consumer centricity, and category growth. Earlier, he served as Reckitt’s chief transformation officer.

Before Reckitt, Kuhn spent 26 years with Procter & Gamble, leading several critical growth accelerations, turnarounds, and business transformations across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Africa. He led the successful carve-out and divestiture of Duracell from P&G to Berkshire Hathaway. His experience spans multiple consumer products categories, including 10 years leading the Pringles Snacks division in Europe, as well as expertise across disciplines including finance, brand marketing, business development, and general management.

“We’re delighted to welcome Volker Kuhn to our Mondelēz International family,” said Dirk Van de Put, chair and CEO. “His breadth and depth of international consumer packaged goods experience, coupled with his track record of impressive results and leadership impact, position him well to accelerate growth in our European region while continuing to strengthen consumer loyalty to our iconic brands.”

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Kuhn serves as Chairman and a Non-Executive Board member of FROSTA AG, a leading European frozen food company.