Bouhier has 27 years of international experience in marketing, commercial & general management
French company Pernod Ricard, world’s second-largest wine and spirits seller, has announced the appointment of Paul-Robert Bouhier as the Managing Director (MD) for the India business. His appointment as Pernod Ricard India Managing Director is with effect from January 1, 2023.
Bouhier takes the reins from Thibault Cuny, who stepped down in October 2022 due to health issues. In his new role, he will report to Philippe Guettat, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pernod Ricard Asia, and will be a member of the Pernod Ricard Asia Executive Committee.
Most recently, Bouhier was serving as Managing Director, Pernod Ricard Southern Europe since 2020. He joined Pernod Ricard in 1995 and has worked in France, Ireland, Singapore, South Africa, and Italy. Robert has held several leadership positions at the company.
Bouhier has been instrumental in successfully leading the transformation and acceleration in Africa and Southern Europe, keeping the pace of delivering multiple strategic and growth initiatives through strong people engagement, vision, and drive.
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