Sanner advances global growth strategy with new Chief Business Development Officer Jean-Edouard Rabier

Jean-Edouard Rabier

Sanner, a globally leading manufacturer of healthcare packaging and CDMO for medical devices, has appointed Jean-Edouard Rabier as Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO) effective September 1, 2026. The newly created position underscores the company's ongoing investment in expanding its global market and sales capabilities and strengthens the leadership team in the next phase of international growth.

Following successful acquisitions of Springboard and Gilero, as well as extensive investments in production capacities in Germany and the USA, Sanner has developed into a fully integrated, global partner for pharmaceuticals packaging, medical devices, diagnostics, drug delivery, and consumer healthcare. With the new position of Chief Business Development Officer, Sanner will leverage its entire commercial potential, drive strategic market development, deepen customer partnerships, and further strengthen its global market position.

Jean-Edouard Rabier emphasizes: “Joining Sanner at this critical phase of transformation offers a unique opportunity to create a comprehensive customer experience from which both our clients and ultimately patients will benefit. From desiccants and moisture management to CDMO services for simple to complex devices in diagnostics, drug delivery, and patient management – I am firmly convinced that we can positively influence our customers' success. Together with GHO, Sanner possesses all the necessary competencies and qualified teams to fulfill our mission: to improve people's lives.”

Ready for the next growth phase

Jean-Edouard Rabier brings over 20 years of international experience in the pharma, biopharma, and healthcare industries to his new role. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions at West and Aptar. Most recently, he led Sales & Business Development for Pharma & Biopharma Solutions Injectables at Gerresheimer.

“Jean-Edouard Rabier strengthens Sanner at a crucial time in our transformation,” says Stefan Verheyden, CEO of the Sanner Group. “After strategically expanding our competencies and global presence, the focus now is on accelerating business growth, creating even more value for our customers, and fully leveraging the strengths of our integrated offerings. Thanks to his extensive industry experience, customer-oriented approach, and international network, Jean-Edouard Rabier is ideally positioned to help shape this next chapter.”

Jean-Edouard Rabier succeeds Christian Classen, Chief Sales Officer, who has decided to pursue a new professional challenge. “Christian Classen has significantly contributed to Sanner’s development over the past years, playing a key role in expanding our CDMO business and strengthening our established portfolio in healthcare packaging,” says Stefan Verheyden. “On behalf of the entire company, I would like to thank him for his commitment and leadership during this important growth phase and wish him much success in his future endeavors.”