Bühler Group will transition leadership within its Grains & Food business at the end of 2025. Johannes Wick will step down as CEO Grains & Food and join a new strategic role within the company. Mike Häfeli will succeed him as CEO Grains & Food and member of the executive board, effective January 1, 2026.

During his tenure, Wick oversaw expansion in global market share, new business ventures, and financial performance. He supported innovation in grain processing, alternative proteins, chocolate, and confectionery, and led collaborations with Imdher (Mexico), Endeco (Germany), and Premier Tech (Canada and China). He also contributed to developments in nut de-bacterization and grain puffing.

Häfeli previously served as CEO of the Eisberg Group and executive board member of the Bell Food Group. He began his career at Bühler with an apprenticeship more than 30 years ago, later earning a degree in mechatronic engineering. His roles have included vice president of automation in North America and head of Bühler’s grain quality & supply business area from 2015 to 2023.

“Johannes Wick has been a driving force behind Bühler’s transformation in the Grains & Food business. His strategic vision, deep industry expertise, and unwavering commitment have left a lasting legacy,” says Stefan Scheiber, CEO of Bühler Group.

Schieber adds, “We are equally excited to welcome Mike Häfeli back to the company. His broad experience and leadership across both Bühler and the wider food industry make him the ideal successor to lead Grains & Food into its next chapter of innovation and growth.”