Unilever’s potential exit from its Foods division could reshape Big Food, triggering supply‑chain shifts, leadership changes, and major competitive realignment.
Murat Ergene is a recognised expert in executive search and human resources, and the founder of a market-leading consultancy. His reputation has been built on helping C-suite executives identify top talent and improve team performance. He recruits high-calibre executives and board members who add value to organizations across sectors, and supports clients with a range of HR consulting services.
Professional Focus
- More than 30 years’ experience in executive search and human resources, including executive roles with leading multinationals
- Broad industry expertise spanning consumer products, retail, banking, industrial, healthcare, life sciences and human resources
- Solid track record of placements in C-suite, board, general manager, country manager and other senior-level roles
- In-depth HR expertise including change management programmes, restructuring reward systems, establishing the HR function, and other customised services
- Native Turkish, fluent in English
Business Expertise
- Founder of a market-leading boutique executive search and human resources consulting firm
- Partner in one of the most comprehensive advanced people analytics technology solution provider in the market
- Senior Vice President, Human Resources at Garanti Bank
- Human Resources Director at Carrefour, reported directly to Carrefour Turkey CEO; Executive Board Member during merger of Carrefour and Gima supermarket chains
- Senior HR Manager at Unilever, based in Global Head Office, London; promoted from Head of Recruitment and National Key Account Manager roles; started career in the sales division
Additional Expertise
- Consumer Products / FMCG
- Industrial
- Human Resources
- Retail & Apparel
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in human resources from Beykent University
- Bachelor’s degree in political science and international relations from Boğaziçi University
Affiliations & Awards
- Member, BÜMED (Boğaziçi University Alumni Association)
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