26 February 2025, AMSTERDAM - Suntory Beverage & Food Europe (SBFE), a regional division of Suntory, one of the world’s leading beverage companies, has made three new appointments to its Executive Committee under the leadership of CEO Pierre Decroix.

RYO TAKAYAMA joins the company as Chief Supply Chain Officer.

With over 25 years at Suntory, Ryo has extensive experience starting as a process engineer and later becoming a production manager. He played a key role in the Orangina Schweppes acquisition and held regional roles in Quality and Engineering across Europe. He was also the Haruna Plant manager and most recently led Supply Chain Strategy and S&OP for Japan.

Ryo's expertise will drive the company's initiatives forward including the supply chain’s transition to net zero. He will relocate to Amsterdam with his family.

ANTOINE BORDEWIN joins as Chief Financial Officer effective April 1st.

Antoine joins from Refresco, where he has been CFO of its German business unit since 2021. He has extensive experience in financial planning, internal control, and management including roles in Shanghai and Tokyo.

Antoine holds a master’s in economics from Maastricht University and an executive master’s in business valuation from Rotterdam University. He will be based in Amsterdam.

SACHIKO DOSHO joins as Chief People & Culture Officer effective April 1st.

Sachiko joined the Suntory organization in 2006 and is currently the Head of Talent for Suntory Beverage & Food International.

Before her current role, Sachiko served as the Head of P&C for SBF Asia Pacific region. She has held a variety of roles across the organization both domestically and internationally including in business development and marketing functions. Sachiko will relocate to Amsterdam.

Suntory Beverage & Food Europe CEO Pierre Decroix comments, "These three talents will bolster our leadership team as we navigate external pressures and a competitive business environment. Their combined expertise and the cultural diversity that they bring, along with our 3,600 dedicated employees, assures me of continued growth for shareholders and the production of great-tasting drinks that our consumers enjoy."

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About Suntory Beverage & Food Europe

Suntory Beverage & Food Europe (SBFE) was established in 2014 and is a regional division of the Japan-based Suntory Group, one of the leading global drinks companies. We’re proud to be part of a family-owned business with its inspiring 120-year heritage and we are guided by Shinjiro Torii’s founding spirit. SBFE is made up of 3,600 passionate people working throughout Europe on hugely iconic brands including Schweppes*, Orangina, Lucozade, Ribena, La Casera, Oasis* and Pulco with a commitment to producing great-tasting, healthier drinks. Through all of its corporate pursuits, Suntory seeks to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. For more information, please visit our website and LinkedIn.

*Owned and commercialized within SBFE respective territories