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Mondelez International has appointed Norberto Chaclin as EVP and chief research and development (R&D) officer.

Chaclin, who will report directly to chair and CEO Dirk Van de Put, will oversee the company’s global R&D and quality strategy, driving innovation and supporting Mondelez’s vision to shape the future of snacking.

Chaclin, who joined the company in 2018, previously served as SVP of R&D for global biscuits and as regional R&D partner for North America. In these roles, he led innovations for brands such as Oreo, Chips Ahoy, Ritz, BelVita and Clif Bar. He has also led R&D for Mondelez's global gum and candy business.

Before joining Mondelez, Chaclin spent 18 years at PepsiCo, holding various leadership positions, including leading R&D for PepsiCo North America Beverages and the Pepsi/Starbucks joint venture.

Van de Put said: “Norb is a proven leader with a strong track record of innovation, a deep passion for meeting consumers’ evolving snacking needs and a clear commitment to mentoring the next generation of R&D talent".

"I’m confident that he will lead our worldwide R&D organisation in strengthening its partnership with our commercial businesses, driving consumer centricity and category growth and accelerating productivity.”

Chaclin added: “I’m honoured to assume leadership for the outstanding Mondelez R&D team and look forward to advancing our technical capabilities, accelerating our competitive advantage and most importantly, creating delicious new snacks for our consumers and customers."