Masakazu Negoro

Mr. Negoro has for many years been involved in the Chemical Business, which comprises the two key pillars of the Kao Group together with the Consumer Products Business, and has contributed to the global expansion of the Chemical Business. He also has experience managing Kao’s overseas subsidiaries in the chemicals sector.
In January 2019, he was appointed Head of the Procurement Division, where he promoted initiatives to ensure traceability across the entire supply chain in collaboration with business partners, in accordance with Kao’s Policies for Procurement. His efforts also focused on addressing social issues such as resource conservation, environmental protection, safety, and human rights.
Additionally, as an executive officer in charge of finance and accounting, he engaged in constructive dialogue with stakeholders through earnings conference and other communications. Since 2023, he has led the introduction of business-specific ROIC (Return on Invested Capital) to enhance portfolio management and advance Kao’s Economic Value Added (EVA^* ) approach. He has also driven structural reforms essential for achieving K27, contributing to sustainable profit expansion through global growth and operational improvements.
We are confident that Mr. Negoro’s experience and expertise will contribute to Kao Group’s corporate value by strengthening the Board’s strategic planning, decision-making, and oversight.