About us
Welcome to OFI, a global leader in food solutions
A bakery & sweet ingredients and plant-based products business with deep manufacturing and distribution expertise, built on strong national positions. We are the second-largest player by turnover in the European bakery ingredients market, with leading positions in five key markets.
Our team of experts works closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that drive growth and success.
Backed by two strong owners – Orkla ASA and Rhône Group – we are well equipped for long-term growth, continuous innovation, and delivering value across the food industry.
Welcome to OFI, a global leader in food solutions
A bakery & sweet ingredients and plant-based products business with deep manufacturing and distribution expertise, built on strong national positions. We are the second-largest player by turnover in the European bakery ingredients market, with leading positions in five key markets.
Our team of experts works closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that drive growth and success.
Backed by two strong owners – Orkla ASA and Rhône Group – we are well equipped for long-term growth, continuous innovation, and delivering value across the food industry.
Welcome to OFI, a global leader in food solutions
A bakery & sweet ingredients and plant-based products business with deep manufacturing and distribution expertise, built on strong national positions. We are the second-largest player by turnover in the European bakery ingredients market, with leading positions in five key markets.
Our team of experts works closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that drive growth and success.
Backed by two strong owners – Orkla ASA and Rhône Group – we are well equipped for long-term growth, continuous innovation, and delivering value across the food industry.
Our values:
Trustworthy
Inspiring
Brave
Food Safety & Quality
Delivering safe, high-quality products is the foundation of trust between OFI and our customers. Across all our operations, we apply rigorous food safety standards and quality controls to ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. From sourcing to production and delivery, every step is guided by our strong food safety culture and deep commitment to excellence — because our customers deserve nothing less.
Food Safety & Quality
Delivering safe, high-quality products is the foundation of trust between OFI and our customers. Across all our operations, we apply rigorous food safety standards and quality controls to ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. From sourcing to production and delivery, every step is guided by our strong food safety culture and deep commitment to excellence — because our customers deserve nothing less.
Food Safety & Quality
Delivering safe, high-quality products is the foundation of trust between OFI and our customers. Across all our operations, we apply rigorous food safety standards and quality controls to ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. From sourcing to production and delivery, every step is guided by our strong food safety culture and deep commitment to excellence — because our customers deserve nothing less.
Society & Planet
At OFI, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it’s a mindset that shapes our decisions and drives our innovation. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact while contributing positively to the communities we’re part of. From lowering emissions and optimizing resource use to offering more sustainable product choices, we aim to create long-term value for people, planet, and business. Together, we grow better.
Society & Planet
At OFI, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it’s a mindset that shapes our decisions and drives our innovation. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact while contributing positively to the communities we’re part of. From lowering emissions and optimizing resource use to offering more sustainable product choices, we aim to create long-term value for people, planet, and business. Together, we grow better.
Society & Planet
At OFI, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it’s a mindset that shapes our decisions and drives our innovation. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact while contributing positively to the communities we’re part of. From lowering emissions and optimizing resource use to offering more sustainable product choices, we aim to create long-term value for people, planet, and business. Together, we grow better.
People & Passion
At OFI, we’re driven by passion and a strong sense of purpose, united by personal ownership, local insight, and international collaboration. Our inclusive culture celebrates innovation, creativity, and mutual respect – and we take pride in recognizing the people behind our success. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth through meaningful career paths and empowering development. Our leadership philosophy, which we call “2-hat Leadership,” reflects our cultural mindset: staying close to customers while leveraging the strength of our global network.
People & Passion
At OFI, we’re driven by passion and a strong sense of purpose, united by personal ownership, local insight, and international collaboration. Our inclusive culture celebrates innovation, creativity, and mutual respect – and we take pride in recognizing the people behind our success. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth through meaningful career paths and empowering development. Our leadership philosophy, which we call “2-hat Leadership,” reflects our cultural mindset: staying close to customers while leveraging the strength of our global network.
People & Passion
At OFI, we’re driven by passion and a strong sense of purpose, united by personal ownership, local insight, and international collaboration. Our inclusive culture celebrates innovation, creativity, and mutual respect – and we take pride in recognizing the people behind our success. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth through meaningful career paths and empowering development. Our leadership philosophy, which we call “2-hat Leadership,” reflects our cultural mindset: staying close to customers while leveraging the strength of our global network.
Decades of structural growth, with 50+ acquisitions since 1999 have transformed OFI from a small local player to a European leader with a growing global presence
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OFI companies serve 20,000+ customers from artisans and industrials (B2B) to consumer/retail (B2C)
Management Team
Johan Clarin
CEO of Orkla Food Ingredients
Anette Karine
Lundberg
CFO, OFI
Birte Semb
SVP HR, OFI
Manuela Banu
SVP/CEO Group, CSE Group
Jeremy Thompson
CEO Denali Ingredients
Rolf Ahdell
CEO Bakery Ingredients
Elin Tveito Lindman
SVP Business Development, OFI
Halvor Liodden
SVP/CEO Credin Group
Jone Voll
SVP/CEO Idun Group
Ulrik Osmundsen
CEO OV Group
Tor Osmundsen
SVP/CEO Sweet Ingredients
Olof Wiman
SVP Operations COO, OFI
Peter Verhagen
SVP/CEO Sonneveld Group
Thore Svensson
SVP/CEO Kåkå Group & OFI NEE Group
Tommy Strømstad
SVP/CFO Sweet Ingredients
Christian Munk
SVP/CEO Plantbased & Dragsbæk Group
Børge Filseth
CIO, OFI
Niels Søgaard
SVP/CEO Odense Group
Erik Ekelund
SVP/CEO Nic Group
Johan Clarin
CEO of Orkla Food Ingredients
Rolf Ahdell
CEO Bakery Ingredients
Tor Osmundsen
SVP/CEO Sweet Ingredients
Christian Munk
SVP/CEO Plantbased & Dragsbæk Group
Anette Karine
Lundberg
CFO, OFI
Elin Tveito Lindman
SVP Business Development, OFI
Olof Wiman
SVP Operations COO, OFI
Børge Filseth
CIO, OFI
Birte Semb
SVP HR, OFI
Halvor Liodden
SVP/CEO Credin Group
Peter Verhagen
SVP/CEO Sonneveld Group
Niels Søgaard
SVP/CEO Odense Group
Manuela Banu
SVP/CEO Group, CSE Group
Jone Voll
SVP/CEO Idun Group
Thore Svensson
SVP/CEO Kåkå Group & OFI NEE Group
Erik Ekelund
SVP/CEO Nic Group
Jeremy Thompson
CEO Denali Ingredients
Ulrik Osmundsen
CEO OV Group
Tommy Strømstad
SVP/CFO Sweet Ingredients
