Global manufacturer Müller has appointed Richard Williams as chief executive officer of Müller Yogurt & Desserts in the UK and Ireland.

Williams has gained over 20 years of senior experience in marketing, commercial and general management within the dairy and wider fast moving consumer goods sector, and enters his new position having left his role of vice president of Saputo’s cheese business.

He was also previously business unit director for Yoplait Europe at General Mills and before that he spent seven years in Danone’s US dairy division, which included four years as marketing director.

Incoming CEO Richard Williams said: “I can’t wait to meet the team and get started at Müller Yogurt & Desserts. It’s one of the most recognisable and loved brands in the UK, with an impressive private label business and products that are found in over half of the nation’s fridges.

“By working hard to be the dairy partner of choice for our customers and focusing on innovation, marketing, quality and sustainability, we are in a good place to continue our growth journey and help put a smile on the nation’s face.”