Managing Board
The Managing Board of Interfood Group is responsible for the policy and operational course of affairs within the company and thus the realization of the objectives, the strategy, the development of the results and the social aspects of entrepreneurship relevant to the company.
Composition, tasks and responsibilities Managing Board
The Managing Board consists of three members and is collectively responsible for the management of the Company. This means, among other things, that the Managing Board is responsible for the policy and the operational course of events within the company and, therefore, for the achievement of the goals, the strategy, the development of the results and the social aspects of doing business that are relevant to the company. The Managing Board is also responsible for compliance with legislation and regulations, the management of the risks associated with the company activities and for the financing of the company.
The members of the Managing Board
Andries de Groen
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Andries de Groen joined Interfood as Chief Executive Officer on August 1, 2025.
He brings over 20 years of international leadership experience in the agri and food industry. As founder and CEO of Grainli® and later of Brüning (a takeover), leading the company from a start-up growing sustainably to a mature and profitable business.
Known for his purpose-driven and people-focused leadership, Andries combines strategic insight with a deep understanding of the food value chain. He is passionate about building strong teams and long-term partnerships that deliver meaningful impact.
Andries holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Trade from Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences and studied Business at the Erasmus University. He also completed executive programs at London Business School and IE Business School.
Constantijn (Stan) Sweep
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Joined the Managing Board in the role of CFO in February 2014.
Born in 1968, Stan is a Dutch national and holds a master degree in Business Economics from Erasmus University and an executive master in Finance & Control from Nyenrode University. Before joining Interfood, Stan worked in different roles with the VION Food Group, Royal Philips, and ING. In addition to managing the financial teams, Stan also has responsibility for global IT and HR.
Stan is a Supervisory Board Member of AS E-Piim Tootmine.
Edwin van Stipdonk
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Joined the Managing Board in the role of CCO in November 2020.
Born in 1985, Frank’s second son, joined Interfood in 2009 in the role of Trader straight after graduating from university. After picking up various commercial and managing roles within Interfood, both in Bladel and in Singapore, Edwin joined the Board in 2020 in the role of CCO. Edwin is in charge of the commercial strategy, business development and growth of our commercial organization.
Edwin holds a bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering from Avans University of Applied Sciences and a master degree in Financial Management from Nyenrode University.
Arnoud Buizer
Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO)
Joined the Managing Board in the role of CSCO in November 2024.
Born in 1973, Arnoud holds a master degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Delft University of Technology. Before joining Interfood, Arnoud worked in various international roles in Supply Chain Management with ExxonMobil, Royal Nedalco and most recently, Cargill. Arnoud is responsible for Interfood’s global Supply Chain and Quality Assurance organization, ensuring a reliable and efficient flow of goods across our worldwide operations. In his role, Arnoud focuses on continuously optimizing both Supply Chain and QA processes, safeguarding food safety and compliance throughout the value chain to ensure top-quality services for our suppliers and customers.
