Perfetti Van Melle

Perfetti Van Melle is a prominent global confectionery company formed in 2001 from the merger of the Italian company Perfetti SpA and the Dutch company Van Melle NV. Headquartered in Lainate, Italy, and Breda, Netherlands, it ranks as the sixth-largest confectionery manufacturer worldwide, employing around 17,000 people across 30 subsidiaries and distributing products in over 159 countries. The company offers a diverse range of confectionery products, including chewing gum, candies, and mints. Its well-known brands include Mentos, Chupa Chups, Airheads, Fruittella, and Smint, among others. Perfetti Van Melle emphasizes innovation and quality, adapting its offerings to local markets while maintaining a strong global presence. The company serves a wide customer base, including retail chains, wholesalers, and distributors, targeting consumers of all ages with its fun and flavorful products.

Food & Beverages Schiphol, Netherlands Founded 2001 ~4,559 employees

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Employees
4,559
+1% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$707K
Revenue ~$3.2B
12-month attrition
9.9%
Tech: 12.3%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Perfetti Van Melle went from 4,301 employees in Oct 2024 to 4,559 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 227 people joined, 123 left.

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Headcount by department

Other1,720
Sales919
Operations779
Marketing302
Finance294
Engineering264
HR204
Success66

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How many employees does Perfetti Van Melle have?

Perfetti Van Melle has about 4,559 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

What is Perfetti Van Melle's revenue per employee?

Perfetti Van Melle makes about $707K in revenue per employee, based on $3.22B annual revenue and 4,559 employees.

How much does Perfetti Van Melle pay?

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