Alexandra Ristariu, who previously held the position of Managing Director Romania, was appointed Marketing Director of Bakery and Meals for the entire South-Central Europe (SCE) region, which comprises 12 markets: Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, the Eastern Adriatic countries and Cyprus.
Mateja Podgornik had previously held the position of Category Planning & Activation Lead SCE, after a period in which she had managed business activities related to the acquisition and integration of Chipita company, as Senior Manager M&A Project, Commercial Planning. She has an extensive and rich experience in Mondelēz International, having been with the company for 14 years.
“Together with the teams in Romania and Slovenia, two important markets in the region, we will continue the company’s long-term plans, starting from the global vision of Mondelēz International to become the leader of the global snacking market”, said Mateja Podgornik, Managing Director Mondelez Romania and Slovenia.
Alexandra Ristariu will manage the marketing activities for 11 global and local brands in the region. Alexandra will contribute to the development of the brands in the region with her strategic vision, shaped by her rich experience in the areas of Finance, Sales, and General Management, from the 14 years since she has joined Mondelez.
Also, starting from January 2023, Andreea Bogdan, previously Marketing Director Bakery & Meals SCE, takes over the position of Category Planning & Activation Director SCE.
Mondelez’s portfolio includes brands such as Oreo, belVita, LU, Milka, Toblerone and Trident.