Martin Ryan
Dynamic strategic leader with 25 years of experience driving growth and efficiency across diverse sectors, including Food, Technology, and Health. Expert in strategy development and implementation, with a strong focus on business modelling, transformation, commercial operations and addressing complex business challenges Proven ability to partner with executive leadership and manage high-performing cross-functional teams to identify and execute on strategic pathways to growth and efficiency, navigate complexity and drive commercial execution. A results-oriented leader committed to building and executing innovative growth strategies that align with corporate objectives.
Jurisdiction
Notable Employer
- GLOBAL SENIOR STRATEGY DIRECTOR at Kerry Group plc
- HEAD OF CHANNEL CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT FOLLOWED BY PROMOTION TO HEAD OF STRATEGY at Unilever
- HEAD OF STRATEGY, PLANNING AND INSIGHTS at McDonald's Restaurants
- HEAD OF STRATEGY, INSIGHTS & RESEARCH at Aryzta Group plc
Experience
Established and managed the global strategy function, driving organic and inorganic growth, operating models and efficiency plans across diverse markets. Partnered with Global & Regional Executive Leadership, and managing cross-functional high-performing teams globally and locally.
Orchestrated the establishment of the Channel & Category Development function at Unilever Ireland. Defined strategic direction while engaging key cross-functional stakeholders. Championed a customer-first, agile culture, implementing innovative workflows and structured meetings to enhance collaboration and adaptability.
Established and managed Strategic Planning and Consumer & Business Insights function to drive growth and operational efficiencies.
Lead strategy, insights, and research as part of the Global Leadership Team. Through my company progression I oversaw areas such as Category Strategy & Planning, Strategic Development, Product Management, and Business Performance and Insights.