Pure Dairy Names Andrew Wellington as Chief Commercial Officer Amid Expansion Plans
Source: DairyNews.today
Australian dairy company Pure Dairy has appointed Andrew Wellington as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), bringing over two decades of industry expertise to the rapidly growing business.
Wellington steps into the role as Pure Dairy prepares for a major milestone: the launch of its $100 million production facility in Dandenong South, Victoria, set to open in 2025. The state-of-the-art plant aims to strengthen Australia’s standing in the global dairy market by offering advanced manufacturing solutions and enhancing the company’s end-to-end service capabilities across 72 countries.
Strategic Leadership for Complex Markets
Adrian Josephson, Executive Chairman of Pure Dairy, highlighted Wellington’s deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen as key factors behind his appointment.
“With real-time data fr om our global network, we need a leader who understands the big picture and can pivot effectively in an ever-changing global market,” Josephson said.
The company faces a challenging yet opportunistic market landscape, including disruptions like the Red Sea shipping crisis and upcoming tariff changes in the U.S.-China trade relationship. Josephson expressed confidence in Wellington’s ability to navigate these hurdles while capitalizing on Pure Dairy’s strengths.
A Lifelong Connection to Dairy
Wellington’s roots in the dairy industry run deep. Raised on a dairy farm in northern Victoria, he began his career driving milk tankers before advancing through roles at major industry players. These included a cadetship at Murray Goulburn, a degree in Food Technology from Melbourne University, and leadership positions at Open Country Dairy and Union Dairy Company, wh ere he oversaw national plant integration, capital projects, and operational efficiencies.
Excited to join Pure Dairy during what he called a “transformative stage,” Wellington emphasized the company’s strong foundation in innovation and global reach.
“Pure Dairy’s ability to capitalize on market opportunities, backed by its international network, big data, and multi-disciplinary teams, is unparalleled,” Wellington said. “I’m honored to contribute to the launch of our production facility, which marks a significant milestone for the business.”
Future-Focused Expansion
The new Dandenong South facility will feature cutting-edge manufacturing technology, a research and development kitchen, logistics operations, and corporate offices. Designed to meet stringent global standards, the plant is set to boost Pure Dairy’s capacity for delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to partners worldwide.
Josephson praised Wellington as an ideal leader for this next chapter, citing his technical expertise, operational insight, and strong leadership credentials.
“Andrew’s appointment reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence as we expand our global footprint in commodity trading and foodservice,” Josephson said. “He will be instrumental in driving the success of our new facility and reinforcing Pure Dairy’s reputation on the international stage.”
Strategic Leadership for Complex Markets
Adrian Josephson, Executive Chairman of Pure Dairy, highlighted Wellington’s deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen as key factors behind his appointment.
“With real-time data fr om our global network, we need a leader who understands the big picture and can pivot effectively in an ever-changing global market,” Josephson said.
The company faces a challenging yet opportunistic market landscape, including disruptions like the Red Sea shipping crisis and upcoming tariff changes in the U.S.-China trade relationship. Josephson expressed confidence in Wellington’s ability to navigate these hurdles while capitalizing on Pure Dairy’s strengths.
A Lifelong Connection to Dairy
Wellington’s roots in the dairy industry run deep. Raised on a dairy farm in northern Victoria, he began his career driving milk tankers before advancing through roles at major industry players. These included a cadetship at Murray Goulburn, a degree in Food Technology from Melbourne University, and leadership positions at Open Country Dairy and Union Dairy Company, wh ere he oversaw national plant integration, capital projects, and operational efficiencies.
Excited to join Pure Dairy during what he called a “transformative stage,” Wellington emphasized the company’s strong foundation in innovation and global reach.
“Pure Dairy’s ability to capitalize on market opportunities, backed by its international network, big data, and multi-disciplinary teams, is unparalleled,” Wellington said. “I’m honored to contribute to the launch of our production facility, which marks a significant milestone for the business.”
Future-Focused Expansion
The new Dandenong South facility will feature cutting-edge manufacturing technology, a research and development kitchen, logistics operations, and corporate offices. Designed to meet stringent global standards, the plant is set to boost Pure Dairy’s capacity for delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to partners worldwide.
Josephson praised Wellington as an ideal leader for this next chapter, citing his technical expertise, operational insight, and strong leadership credentials.
“Andrew’s appointment reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence as we expand our global footprint in commodity trading and foodservice,” Josephson said. “He will be instrumental in driving the success of our new facility and reinforcing Pure Dairy’s reputation on the international stage.”
