Lesaffre Group, yeast manufacturer and fermentation expert, has announced the appointment of Clare MacLennan as the new Managing Director of Lesaffre UK & Ireland, effective immediately. With over 13 years of experience in B2B food industry operations and having previously served as the Managing Director of consumer operations at the Royal Mint, Clare is a highly awarded professional with numerous business accolades.
Clare MacLennan, the new Managing Director of Lesaffre UK & Ireland, brings to the business a strong knowledge from the leading baking and food service companies, where Clare’s marketing leadership lead those business to strive in highly competitive markets.
MacLennan will be responsible for overseeing the strategic development and operations of Lesaffre UK & Ireland and will lead the company’s mission to support the British Isles’ bakeries delivering innovative and sustainable solutions.
Excited to be returning to the food manufacturing industry MacLennan said: “I am truly honoured to join Lesaffre, a renowned leader in the food industry, and am thrilled to be back in the dynamic world of bakery innovation. Lesaffre’s rich legacy and commitment to excellence resonate deeply with my passion for advancing the boundaries of bakery. I am excited to contribute to the company’s success by harnessing the collective strengths of our business core expertise and leveraging the invaluable experience of our exceptional team. Together, we will cultivate growth, foster innovation, and continue to elevate the art of bakery in ways that captivate and inspire.”
Vincent Saingier, the Western Europe General Manager for Lesaffre stated: “Clare’s extensive leadership management experience and market expertise is crucial for developing and expanding our operations in the UK and Ireland. We are delighted to have Clare on board, and we look forward to her leadership in providing exceptional customer support and driving our business development goals.”
“Lesaffre UK & Ireland operations have an exceptionally talented and committed workforce, and with Clare’s energy and leadership, we are confident that we will continue to deliver the excellent levels of service that characterise Lesaffre. We are honoured to have Clare onboard and look forward to her contributions to our continued growth and success”: is further reinforced by the Western Europe HR Director Alain Dedeyne.
The Lesaffre UK & Ireland team is excited to welcome MacLennan and contribute to Lesaffre Group’s core mission of ‘working together to better nourish and protect the planet’.
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