Nigerian Breweries Plc, announced on Thursday that its long-serving Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Nicolaas Vervelde, will leave his post on 16th June 2017 to take up a new role within the HEINEKEN Group outside Nigeria.
Mr. Vervelde, who has been serving as the company’s MD for nearly 7-years, was formerly a non-Executive Director of the company before rejoining the board on 1st August 2010 as Managing Director/CEO.
In a statement released by the company, it said that “The Company has recorded several laudable milestones with Mr. Vervelde at the helm of affairs including the expansion of its operations through acquisition of additional Breweries.
“Through a twin agenda of Cost Leadership and Market Leadership supported by Innovation, the company also expanded its portfolio of brands while equally focusing on internal efficiencies. The company ensured a consistently good return on investment for its shareholders.
“The Board has immediately commenced the process of identifying a replacement for Mr. Vervelde and will make an announcement in that regard in due course,” the statement said.
Nicolas has done a commendable Job in making Nigerian Breweries what it’s today. Going through major merges’ and integration. Despite the turbulent times, He is leaving a stronger Nigerian Breweries…
I have been longing to further my career in Nig Breweries plc even till now…with over five years experienced in quality operations, manufacturing, analysis, QA Profile and what have you. Nigerian Breweries plc is the best profile company to work with, Ama Breweries in 9th Mile Corner Ngwo is ofcourse a dreamt company for one to venture, aligned and further his career.
Would like to be part of NB Plc team.
Emmanuel
Shift Quality Officer
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