Greif Names Watson COO

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Greif Inc., Delaware, Ohio, USA, has appointed Peter Watson COO of the company, effective January 1. Watson was group president responsible for Greif's Paper Packaging and Land Management business segments as well as Global Sourcing and Supply Chain and the company's Greif Business System capabilities.

Greif President and CEO David Fischer said that "throughout his career at Greif, Pete has demonstrated his ability to lead and grow businesses. In the role of COO, Pete's leadership and deep operating experience will further position our global team for maximum effectiveness. His emphasis on safety, knowledge of the Greif Business System, and commitment to The Greif Way will significantly contribute to the success of the company and its business ambitions. Further, Pete's passion for people and talent development will position the organization for future success."

Watson will assume responsibility for all business operations in his new capacity, including Greif's Flexible Products and Services segment, where his experience in integrated hub and spoke manufacturing models is expected to add significantly to that business.

Greif produces fiber, steel, plastic, flexible, corrugated, multiwall, and reconditioned containers, intermediate bulk containers, containerboard, and packaging accessories, and provides blending, filling, packaging and industrial packaging reconditioning services for a wide range of industries. The company also manages timber properties in North America.

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