David Crampe

Regional IT Head - MARS Wrigley Confectionery Europe, Russia, CEAB/T - CIO

Professional Overview
David Crampe is an accomplished IT executive with over 20 years of experience in the food and confectionery industry. As the Regional IT Head - MARS Wrigley Confectionery Europe, Russia, CEAB/T - CIO, he leads the digital transformation and technology strategy for one of the world's largest chocolate and confectionery companies.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role at Mars, David is responsible for overseeing the IT operations, infrastructure, and digital initiatives across Europe, Russia, and the CEAB/T (Central Europe, Adriatic, Balkans, and Türkiye) regions. He leads a team of IT professionals and collaborates closely with business leaders to align technology solutions with strategic objectives. Under his leadership, the company has achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and customer engagement through the implementation of innovative digital technologies.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, David held various IT leadership positions within Mars, including Global IT Director and IT Quality & Food Safety Programme Senior Manager. In these roles, he demonstrated his ability to drive transformational change, optimize IT operations, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. David's early career experience includes IT specialist roles at Infomil (Leclerc) and Gemini, providing him with a well-rounded understanding of technology implementation and support.

Academic Background
David holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, equipping him with a strong technical foundation to complement his extensive industry experience.

Areas of Expertise

• Digital transformation and technology strategy

• IT infrastructure and operations management

• Enterprise-wide system implementation and integration

• Change management and process improvement

• Regulatory compliance and quality assurance

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

Professional Impact
Under David's leadership, the MARS Wrigley Confectionery Europe, Russia, CEAB/T region has achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and customer engagement. Key accomplishments include the successful implementation of a unified enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, the development of a robust data analytics platform, and the integration of cutting-edge digital technologies to enhance the consumer experience.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the food and confectionery industry, proven track record of IT leadership, and commitment to driving digital transformation, David Crampe is a valuable asset to the MARS Wrigley Confectionery organization. He continues to play a pivotal role in leveraging technology to enhance business performance, maintain regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable growth.