Gaston Boer

Gaston Boer is an accomplished procurement and commercial leader with significant experience across multiple sectors. Currently serving as Global VP Commercial (CPO) at Mars since November 2019, Gaston oversees a $3 billion spend and a team of over 75, achieving record annual savings and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Previously, Gaston held key roles at Danone, including Senior Director Global Transformation where a successful ZBB program was implemented, yielding over €1 billion in P&L savings. Additionally, Gaston enhanced supplier relationships as Global Sr Director Ingredients sourcing and facilitated sustainability efforts. At The Kraft Heinz Company, improvements in external factory supplier performance were made, while earlier at Procter & Gamble, Gaston established procurement operations for the Middle East and Africa. Gaston Boer holds advanced degrees from the University of Amsterdam and the London School of Economics, along with executive development training from CEDEP.