Gerhard Köppikus joined WeylChem on Nov. 1, 2016 as sales director consumer care. Vincent Bossert, who previously occupied this role, will leave the company in April 2017. In his new position, Köppikus will lead the commercial team located in Wiesbaden, Germany.

"Gerhard adds substantial experience in the Consumer Care industry to our team," said Andreas Maier, head of the business unit consumer care. "His combination of knowledge and sales management skills will serve him well as he takes on this new responsibility.”

Köppikus has more than 25 years of business experience from various commercial roles in the consumer goods industry. Prior to joining WeylChem he was leading Univar’s personal care business. He has an economic background and is working in the chemical industry since 2005.