Tyson Foods China, a division of the leading global food multinational Tyson Foods, recently welcomed Xiaoling Liu to the organization as the Head of China.
Xiaoling brings an impressive blend of general management, operations, and B2B/B2C commercial expertise accumulated over the past fifteen years at Cargill. Her previous leadership roles include Regional Managing Director Chocolate & Group Indulgence Leader based in Singapore and Chief Transformation Officer for Starch, Sweetener, and Texturizer in China. She has also led strategy development initiatives involving M&A and joint ventures.
“Xiaoling is a transformational leader who thrives in challenging environments,” said Managing Partner Michael Whitney. “Her ability to engage customers, build relationships, and lead negotiations sets her apart. She has a unique knack for identifying what matters most and driving results while fostering collaboration within her teams that will serve her well in this new role.”
As the Head of China, Xiaoling will serve as a key member of division’s global leadership team. Her remit in her new role will be to develop business strategies, lead transformations, and oversee end-to-end operations. Her responsibilities include aligning operational strategies with corporate goals, ensuring compliance with global standards, championing sustainability initiatives, and fostering a high-performance culture.
“Xiaoling’s strategic vision and operational expertise make her the ideal leader to drive growth and transformation for this global food organization in Greater China,” said Director Gabriella Snoeck. “Her ability to build high-performing teams and navigate complex challenges with resilience and focus will undoubtedly make a significant impact.”
Established in 2001, Tyson Foods China is headquartered in Shanghai. The business is vertically integrated and spans the whole industry value chain especially food service and business to consumers.
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