Heinz Australia appoints new Managing Director

Judith Swales joins Heinz Australia as Managing Director

Heinz Chief Executive Officer for Japan, Australia, Korea, PNG and New Zealand, Nigel Comer, today confirmed the appointment of Judith Swales as Managing Director of the Australian business. 

Mr Comer said the former Goodyear Dunlop CEO and Managing Director brings to the role extensive experience across retail, sales, marketing and manufacturing operations.

“With a track record of successful business transformation in highly competitive market segments, Judith is well qualified to lead Heinz Australia,” Mr Comer said.

“Judith is a highly-regarded executive with strong commercial and strategic acumen and I am confident she will bring greater momentum to our efforts to accelerate growth for the Australian business.” 

Ms Swales holds Non-Executive Director positions on the boards of Foster's Group Limited and Dulux Australia. 

Her previous experience has included senior corporate roles with Angus & Robertson and WH Smith (UK).  Judith started her career in the food division of Marks & Spencer in the UK.

As Managing Director of Heinz Australia, Ms Swales reports to Mr Comer and leads a senior executive team accountable for all of Heinz Australia’s brands, including Heinz, Golden Circle, Greenseas, Weight Watchers and Cottee’s.