COFCO Executive and Leadership Team

Vibhav Agarwal, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at COFCO, directs strategic initiatives that shape the company's global presence in grains, oilseeds, and sugar supply chains. Overseeing critical operational frameworks, Agarwal ensures the seamless integration of sourcing and distribution across diverse international markets. This leadership role involves optimizing trade flows from surplus-producing regions to areas experiencing high demand, directly impacting COFCO's market penetration and efficiency. By fostering robust relationships with global partners, Vibhav Agarwal drives the expansion of COFCO's agriculture product offerings and reinforces its position as a key player in the international food supply network. The Deputy Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on enhancing supply chain resilience and achieving sustainable growth through strategic market development and operational excellence.

Jacques Verdoes, the Chief Financial Officer at COFCO, architects the financial strategy and fiscal management for the company's extensive agriculture supply chain operations. Verdoes oversees all financial planning, reporting, and risk management activities, ensuring robust fiscal health across global grains, oilseeds, and sugar trading. This critical function supports COFCO's mission to connect surplus producing regions with high-demand markets by providing the financial infrastructure for international trade. By managing capital allocation and optimizing financial resources, Jacques Verdoes directly contributes to the company's ability to originate and supply agriculture products worldwide. The Chief Financial Officer's oversight extends to investment strategies and ensuring compliance with international financial regulations, solidifying COFCO's stability and growth trajectory.

Nicolas Schaeffter, the Chief Financial Officer, Cofco International (Brazil) at COFCO, spearheads financial operations and strategic fiscal planning specifically within the vital Brazilian market. Schaeffter manages all aspects of financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and treasury functions, tailored to COFCO's extensive grains, oilseeds, and sugar supply chains in the region. This role is crucial for optimizing the origination of agriculture products from Brazil, a key surplus-producing area, to meet global demand. By ensuring financial discipline and identifying growth opportunities, Nicolas Schaeffter directly supports COFCO's integrated supply chain strategy in South America. The Chief Financial Officer, Cofco International (Brazil)'s expertise in navigating regional financial landscapes is instrumental in driving profitability and operational efficiency for COFCO's Brazilian ventures.

Patrick Tian, the Deputy General Manager and Chief Financial Officer at COFCO, provides dual leadership across operational management and financial oversight for key segments of the company's global agriculture supply chain. Tian's responsibilities encompass driving operational efficiencies and ensuring robust financial health, particularly in managing the origination and distribution of grains, oilseeds, and sugar. This integrated role is critical for optimizing COFCO's supply chain from surplus regions to areas of high demand. By aligning operational strategies with fiscal prudence, Patrick Tian directly supports the company's objective of reliably supplying agriculture products worldwide. The Deputy General Manager and Chief Financial Officer's comprehensive approach ensures both the smooth execution of business activities and the financial stability required for sustained growth.

Min Chen, the Chief Revenue Officer (APAC) at COFCO, drives revenue generation and market expansion across the Asia-Pacific region for the company's global agriculture supply chains. Chen oversees sales strategies, customer relationship management, and market development initiatives for grains, oilseeds, and sugar products within this dynamic territory. This leadership position is pivotal in connecting APAC's high demand for agriculture products with COFCO's global sourcing capabilities. By cultivating strategic partnerships and identifying new market opportunities, Min Chen directly enhances COFCO's revenue streams and market share in the APAC region. The Chief Revenue Officer (APAC)'s focus on optimizing sales performance and driving commercial growth is essential to COFCO's mission of supplying agriculture products worldwide.