Wes Saber

Chief Financial Officer @ FreshEdge

About

CFO and Board Member with experience across consumer and food businesses.My work has included building North America manufacturing capabilities, developing supply chain and operational infrastructure, strengthening the brand through execution, and aligning the business with board and shareholder priorities.I have operated in environments with high expectations for performance, where clarity, accountability, and discipline are required to deliver results at scale.In addition to building, I have focused on improving performance—bringing structure and rigor to support growth in complex and multi-market environments.Roles have spanned finance, operations, and general management responsibilities.Career experience includes HARIBO of America, Mars Inc., Pizza Hut, and KPMG, with international assignments across North America, Europe, and emerging markets.

Country

United States

City

Barrington

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

FMCG, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Ice Cream, Supply, Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Compliance, SAP, Budget Analysis, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Cash Flow, Budgeting, Internal Audit, Tax, Audit, MIS, Strategy, Management

Experience

Chief Financial Officer

FreshEdge

2026-4 - Present · 6 mos

Chicago, IL

Executive Vice President & CFO | Board Member

HARIBO of America, Inc.

2015-4 - 2026-3 · 11 yrs

Chicago, IL

Led the build-out of HARIBO’s North America platform, including the development of U.S. manufacturing capabilities and the establishment of core supply chain and operational infrastructure. Played a central role in scaling the business in the U.S., supporting brand growth, strengthening execution, and building the organizational structure required for expansion. Responsibilities have included oversight of finance and key operating functions, with a focus on aligning strategy, operations, and performance. Work has spanned manufacturing, supply chain, HR, and commercial support—ensuring the business operates with discipline and clarity in a complex, multi-market environment. Partnered with the board and leadership team on strategic direction, investment decisions, and long-term development of the organization.

CFO KSA - Mars

Mars

2014-1 - 2015-4 · 1 yr 4 mos

Jeddah

Led finance for the KSA business during a period of growth and organizational development. Focused on improving financial performance and discipline, strengthening the link between commercial execution and profitability. Partnered with leadership to improve distribution and operational efficiency, applying lean principles to enhance execution.

CFO Ice cream & Snacks- Mars Chocolate North America

Mars

2011-9 - 2014-1 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Chicago, IL

Service & Finance leadership role supporting the Ice Cream and Snacks business in North America. Contributed to strategic direction and operational performance, aligning financial outcomes with execution across the business. Supported manufacturing and operational improvements, embedding lean principles to strengthen productivity and consistency. Involved in North America Shared Services design and transition.

CFO, North Africa & Levant – Mars

Mars

2008-3 - 2011-8 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Egypt

Led Service & Finance across a multi-market region with diverse operating environments. Focused on improving financial visibility and decision-making through enhancements in planning, reporting, and systems. Supported business growth by strengthening performance management and enabling more agile responses across markets.