Masato Shoji

Masato Shoji is an experienced professional with a diverse background in business strategy, procurement, and post-merger integration. Currently serving as an Officer in Post-Merger Integration at Keystone Natural Holdings since October 2022, Masato is responsible for production, logistics, procurement, product integration, and cost reduction. As a Business Strategy Planning Manager at House Foods America since April 2020, strategic planning for the USA business is a key focus, including the planning and execution of new initiatives. Previously, as President of El Burrito Mexican Foods from April 2019 to August 2023, Masato successfully managed survival strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% through new product launches and sales channel development. Prior roles include Executive Vice President and Purchasing Manager at House Foods Group, where Masato oversaw significant procurement processes, and Sales Representative for processed foods at House Foods Corp in Japan. Masato holds a degree from Kansai University.