Volac appoints Mark Large as group chief operating officer

Volac has announced the appointment of Mark Large as Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its leadership structure as it supports growth and transformation in ruminant nutrition. The move is aimed at enhancing operational alignment and advancing the company’s long-term strategic priorities.

In its statement, Volac noted that Mark Large brings more than 20 years of experience across operational, customer-focused, systems, and leadership roles within the organization. His deep knowledge of the company’s operations, combined with a strategic mindset and people-centered leadership approach, is expected to play a key role in the company’s next phase of development.

Throughout his career, Large has been actively involved in driving operational excellence, improving supply chain processes, managing large-scale transformation initiatives, and building high-performing teams. His expertise includes supply chain optimization, systems and process improvement, business transformation, and continuous improvement, capabilities considered essential as the company adapts to evolving global market conditions.

As the ruminant nutrition sector responds to shifting market demands, sustainability expectations, and customer requirements, Volac continues to focus on delivering innovative, high-quality nutritional solutions that improve animal performance and farm profitability. In his new role, Large will oversee group operations with responsibilities including strengthening cross-functional integration, improving efficiency, and maintaining an agile and resilient business structure.

Commenting on his appointment, Mark Large said his interest in systems and processes will contribute to creating a more cohesive and streamlined operation, while collaboration across the business will help deliver value to customers and suppliers and support long-term sustainability goals.

Volac continues to invest in operational capabilities, digital systems, and sustainable innovation as it works to align people, processes, and performance in support of both immediate priorities and long-term objectives.