Kenneth Krueger, Manitowoc Company board member, said: “Hubertus is a dynamic leader with a demonstrated ability to drive strategic transformation throughout an organization.
“He has also established a proven track record of building and empowering teams to achieve enhanced performance.
“Hubertus’ multi-functional expertise, including operational execution, financial acumen, capital markets knowledge, and strong channel and brand management, will offer our Foodservice business a unique set of skills as it positions itself for long-term, sustainable growth.
“We welcome Hubertus to the team and have the utmost confidence in his ability to lead Foodservice through its planned separation from Manitowoc in the first quarter of 2016.”
In his most recent corporate position, Hubertus was senior vice president and general manager for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at AGCO Corporation, a global farm equipment producer.