Michael Lessmann

About

With over two decades of experience, including 10 months as Chief Commercial Officer at Ritter Sport, brings expertise in FMCG, customer insight, and marketing management. Focused on leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance customer engagement and drive growth, collaborates across teams to align business goals with consumer needs. Previously served as General Manager/CFO and Managing Director for Ritter Sport, contributing to market expansion and operational excellence. Committed to delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that align with Ritter Sport's mission of creating high-quality, sustainable products.

Experience

• Ritter Sport (6 yrs 3 mos)
  • Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
    Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

  • General Manager / CFO
    Apr 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Managing Director DACH+Nordics
    Mar 2021 - Apr 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• General Manager / CFO at R2 Holding
  Apr 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos

• The Kraft Heinz Company (3 yrs 10 mos)
  • Commercial Director Brand & Trade Marketing
    Mar 2018 - May 2020 · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Head of Marketing
    Aug 2016 - Feb 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos

• Beiersdorf ()
  • Corporate Marketing Director
    Aug 2013 - Jul 2016 · 3 yrs

  • Head of Corporate Development
    Jan 2012 - Jul 2013 · 1 yr 7 mos

• Marketing Director at NIVEA Kao Co. Ltd.
  Oct 2010 - Dec 2011 · 1 yr 3 mos