MARCO HÖSSL: RETAIL & SUSTAINABILITY LEADER

Marco Hößl is a purpose-driven retail executive shaping one of the most successful and people-centric retail organizations in Central and Eastern Europe. As CEO of Kaufland Romania & Moldova, he leads a workforce of more than 18,000 employees with a clear focus on operational excellence, value creation, and consistently high-quality customer experiences. Under his leadership, Kaufland Romania has strengthened its position as a market leader, known for efficiency, reliability, and strong execution.

For Marco, leadership is not defined by results alone, but by the legacy an organization leaves behind. This mindset has placed sustainability and innovation at the core of Kaufland’s business strategy, integrating responsible practices into everyday operations rather than treating them as standalone initiatives. This long-term commitment has been recognized nationally, with Kaufland named the most sustainable company in Romania by the CSR Index.

Equally central to Marco’s leadership philosophy is people development. He is a strong believer in continuous self-improvement and in creating an environment where individuals can grow, contribute, and thrive. This people-first approach has earned Kaufland exceptional employer recognition, including Top Employer in Romania for ten consecutive years, Top Employer in the Republic of Moldova, and six-time Top Employer in Europe, an achievement unmatched by any other retail company in Romania.

Marco Hößl represents a modern model of retail leadership, balancing performance with purpose, innovation with responsibility, and growth with genuine care for people, demonstrating that sustainable success is built from the inside out.