Cedric Brochard
Cédric Brochard is an accomplished global HR executive and transformational leader, currently serving as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for EMEA at GEFCO, a leading provider of supply chain solutions. With deep expertise in HR transformation, talent strategy, and cross-cultural leadership, Cédric has spent over two decades shaping the future of work across industries including manufacturing, logistics, energy, and construction.
At GEFCO, Cédric led one of the most significant organizational transformation initiatives in the company’s history—consolidating operations across 20 countries into five high-performance clusters. This effort impacted 7,000 employees and €2 billion in revenue, resulting in a 30% optimization of headcount, enhanced agility, and long-term cost savings, all while maintaining business continuity and driving growth.
A firm believer in HR as a driver of value creation, Cédric is known for aligning people strategy with business goals to unlock sustainable performance, cultivate future-ready leaders, and build resilient, engaged workforces in complex global environments.
His core areas of expertise include:
- Talent Management & Succession Planning
- Compensation & Rewards Frameworks
- HR Tech & Digitalization
- Change Management & Organizational Design
- Cross-Cultural & Transformational Leadership
With a strategic focus on employee experience, performance management, and building inclusive, high-performing cultures, Cédric is a trusted voice for HR and business leaders navigating transformation at scale.
As the workplace continues to evolve, Cédric remains committed to shaping organizations where people can thrive—by empowering teams, driving innovation, and embedding human-centered leadership at every level.