Olivier Defrain is the EU Regulatory & Sustainability Manager at Cray Valley. Over the past 20 years, he has held various technical roles in research and development (R&D) departments and factories, where he developed deep expertise in chemistry, formulations and project management. Two years ago, he transitioned to a cross-functional role, managing sustainability projects and regulatory issues.
Olivier began working with Cray Valley on an R&D development project, which left a lasting impression on him. He was drawn to Cray Valley’s spirit of innovation and its ability to achieve common goals through new technical solutions.
Olivier finds his work on regulatory and sustainability initiatives deeply rewarding, as it requires agility and close collaboration between teams. He enjoys developing new sustainability concepts for Cray Valley plants and promoting energy efficiency for manufacturing processes. His key strengths -- rigor and perseverance -- are instrumental to his success.
At Cray Valley, Olivier contributes to the culture of innovation by staying informed about new regulations and sustainability policies, sharing his knowledge and insights with colleagues.
Outside of work, Olivier is passionate about sports and the study of wine, valuing continuous learning in his personal and professional life.
