Schelstraete Delacourt is currently looking for a CEO for a carve-out under a leading PE firm (portfolio company active in the food sector (€500mio turnover). Our client is a leading food company with a strong presence in the Benelux region and a growing international footprint. The company serves a broad customer base of retailers, discounters, and OTC clients across Western Europe. As part of a carve-out, the company was recently acquired by a renowned private equity investor known for its operational approach and ambitious buy & build strategy. The organization is entering a new growth phase, with value creation, strategic agility, and operational excellence at its core. Role Overview The CEO will have end-to-end responsibility for leading the strategic direction and operational execution of the organization. This role requires a strong commercial focus, combined with leadership capabilities and affinity with a PE environment. The focus is on driving growth, both through geographic expansion and innovation. ` Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a strategic plan aligned with the growth ambitions of the organization and its investor. Lead commercial initiatives to strengthen market position and drive top-line growth. Expand customer relationships with key retailers, discounters, and other market players. Identify new growth opportunities, including plant-based innovations and expansion into new customer segments. Drive integration processes within the context of a buy & build strategy. Optimize operational processes in close collaboration with functional teams. Represent the company to investors, customers, and other stakeholders. Foster a performance-driven culture rooted in innovation, ownership, and collaboration. Candidate Profile Master’s degree, preferably in a commercial or technical field. Track record in FMCG, ideally in Food. Experience in managing a full P&L responsibility, ideally as CEO. Strong commercial background with a proven track record in revenue and market development. Experience with a combination of private label and branded products is a plus. Strategic mindset combined with strong execution capabilities. Strong stakeholder management and C-level communication skills. Inspiring leadership style, capable of mobilizing teams and driving performance. International mindset and experience in a multicultural environment.