Our People & Culture

The people of Blackmores Group are the reason our products reach 3 billion consumers across Asia-Pacific. Maurice Blackmores' passion for natural healthcare continues to be at the heart of what we do today. It is not just a philosophy; it is how we do business the ‘Blackmores Way’.

The Blackmores Way

Empowering our Employees 

Blackmores is committed to providing a working environment that fosters satisfied and engaged employees who share a common desire to be their best.

Culture in Action

The Blackmores Group strives to inspire remarkable employee experiences. We are continually making strides to ensure everyone feels like they belong so that we can all live healthier and happier lives, true to our company purpose.

Our programs and culture actively assist our staff in achieving and maintaining a sense of personal wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle.

We foster a culture based on a legacy that embraces People, Product and most importantly Passion. It is a culture built on and reinforced by our PIRLS values, which are woven into every fibre of our organisation. 

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Meet the Leadership Team

Alastair Symington

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

Alastair joined Blackmores as Group CEO and Managing Director in September 2019. He is a global business leader and brand builder with more than 24 years of consumer goods experience in health and beauty across multiple geographies. He is passionate about finding ways to connect more people to holistic health solutions, believing that healthier people naturally lead to a healthier planet.

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Toru Yamasaki

Deputy CEO and Chief Strategy Officer

Toru has over 30 years of experience in a number of leadership, marketing and corporate strategy roles at Kirin Holdings, Japan. Beginning his career in consumer insights and understanding, Toru has held roles in general management and new product development for some of Japan's leading beer brands. Toru became a Blackmores member with the desire to contribute to the positive health outcomes of people around the world.

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Chief Operating Officer

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Chief Information Officer

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Managing Director, SEAK

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Chief People Officer

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Managing Director, China

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Chief Transformation Officer

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Managing Director, ANZ

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Chief Brand, Innovation and Communications Officer

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Chief Financial Officer