Former Cadbury supply chain executive William Herbes has joined US food maker B&G Foods.
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Herbes, who most recently served as senior vice president, global supply chain at Cadbury Schweppes, has joined B&G as executive vice president of operations.
President and CEO David Wenner said: “Bill’s priorities include reducing cost in manufacturing, streamlining our logistical systems and reducing working capital needs.”
Herbes is also set to take on the job of B&G’s executive vice president of manufacturing when James Brown steps down from the role next year.
Meanwhile, Scott Lerner, B&G’s general counsel and secretary has taken on the new role of chief compliance officer.
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