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R&D Director Protein EMEA at Cargill
📍 Ypres, Flemish Region, Belgium

Hans is a seasoned R&D leader with over 30 years of experience in the food industry, currently directing the Protein R&D team for Cargill in EMEA. An alumnus of Ghent University, he specializes in product development, global key account management, and driving innovation through agile, collaborative customer partnerships.

Outside of his professional life, Hans is a passionate recording and performing rock musician and guitar player. He is also a self-described hobby-farmer and a food and wine lover, showcasing a deep personal connection to the land and culinary arts that complements his career.

Unique fact: He successfully balances a high-level corporate R&D career with the creative pursuits of being an active rock musician.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
R&D Director Protein EMEA
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Ypres, Flemish Region, Belgium
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Protein Innovation
He leads Cargill's Protein R&D for the EMEA region, indicating a core focus on developing the next generation of protein-based food solutions.
Customer Co-Development
He is a vocal ambassador for working closely with customers on development and innovation, leveraging agile methods to achieve shared success.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
R&D Director Protein EMEA
Cargill
6-2012
Strategic Account Technical Leader Food Solutions
Cargill
6-1998 - 5-2012
Sr.Technical Account Manager & Enterpise Customer Technical Lead EMEA
Cargill
3-1993 - 6-1998
QC & QA Mgr
Vandemoortele
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Education
1986 - 1991
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Ghent University
1986 - 1991
Master's degree
Ghent University
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