Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, a global manufacturer and meat producer, has appointed Ivan Siqueira as president of Pilgrim’s Europe. Siqueira previously served as president of Pilgrim’s UK and will now oversee Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters, and Pilgrim’s Shared Services Ltd. This appointment aims to encourage greater collaboration among the organization’s European businesses. Siqueira stated, “I’m honored to take on this new strategic position which I believe will bring the business units closer together while allowing us to pursue organic growth and enhance our acquisition strategy to continue building the best food company in the region.”
During his interim role, Siqueira will focus on ensuring excellence for Pilgrim’s UK customers and collaborate with the wider Pilgrim’s family to provide best-in-class service. The organization is currently seeking a new president for Pilgrim’s UK.