Sanofi Brings François-Xavier Roger from Nestle to Serve as CFO

Sanofi (EPA: SASY) (NASDAQ: SNY) has announced François-Xavier Roger as its new Chief Financial Officer, who is set to join the Executive Committee on April 1, 2024. Roger, based in Paris, will succeed Jean-Baptiste Chasseloup de Chatillon, who is transitioning to the role of Head of Apprentis d’Auteuil, a charitable foundation.

Roger brings significant experience to Sanofi, having served over eight years as CFO at Nestle (NS: NEST). His tenure at Nestle was characterized by robust financial leadership with a wealth of international experience spanning Europe, the U.S., Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Before Nestle, he served as CFO of Takeda Pharmaceuticals in Japan from 2013 to 2015. Roger’s pharmaceutical industry career began with a 14-year stint at Roussel, Hoechst, and Aventis, followed by roles at Danone Asia and the Danone Group. Later, he served as CFO of Millicom, a NASDAQ-listed mobile phone operator.

Sanofi’s CEO, Paul Hudson, expressed confidence in Roger’s appointment, citing his proven track record and anticipated contributions to Sanofi’s next growth phase. Hudson also recognized outgoing CFO Chasseloup de Chatillon for his role in advancing Sanofi’s “Play to Win Strategy” and modernizing the finance organization.

Chasseloup de Chatillon reflected positively on his tenure at Sanofi, highlighting the company’s transformation and his decision to join Apprentis d’Auteuil, driven by a passion for social impact. Roger, in response, expressed enthusiasm for joining Sanofi during a significant transformation period, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and shareholder value.

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