Amsterdam, 1 August 2025 – Schweppes International Limited (SIL), part of Suntory Beverage & Food Europe (SBFE), is delighted to announce the appointment of Robert Pyke as new Finance Director of SBF EECM-Benelux, effective 1st August 2025. Based in our Amsterdam office, he will oversee the financial strategy and operations across the Benelux region, as well as our commercial and export markets in Europe, Africa and the Caribbean.
With more than 30 years of experience in financial leadership in the FMCG sector, Robert Pyke brings a strong track record of strategic financial planning, performance management, and operational excellence. In this new role, he will support Suntory’s long-term commitment to “Growing for Good” across its EECM-Benelux geographies.
Alina Nicholson-Vera Rojas, COO of SBF EECM-Benelux, stated:
Robert's deep expertise and dynamic leadership will be instrumental as we continue to grow our exciting brands in all our geographies and through our diverse business models at EECM Benelux. We are excited to welcome him on our Executive Committee.
Prior to joining Suntory, Robert spent over 20 years at Unilever, serving various senior finance roles and driving profitability and innovation in highly competitive markets. His experience extended to private equity working for Communisis for two years. He joined Suntory in 2021 as Head of Financial Planning & Analysis for SBFE, where he drove finance transformation and efficiencies.
Robert Pyke, Finance Director SBF EECM-Benelux, said:
I’m thrilled to take on this new role at SBF EECM-Benelux and contribute to developing Suntory’s activities and iconic brands beyond Europe. I look forward to working together with our talented teams to accelerate our financial performance and strategic ambitions across over 60 markets.
Robert Pyke replaces Conor Brew, who has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania.