Hans-Peter Gai is a distinguished executive leader, serving as the Chief Operating Officer at Südzucker AG, Mannheim, since November 2022. Gai's career spans significant roles, including Senior Vice President of Operations at Danone S.A., Paris, and Vice President of Supply Chain at Unilever, Switzerland. His leadership journey began at Phidias GmbH, Berlin, and extended through various positions at Unilever across Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands. Academically, Gai holds a diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Karlsruhe and participated in a Master of Engineering Management program at the University of South Florida. His extensive expertise in operations and supply chain management has established him as a leader in the field.