Cesari leaves her role as chief mergers & acquisitions and human capital officer with the Labelux Group to join Coty.
CEO, Michele Scannavini welcomed Cesari’s appointment to the company’s Executive Committee.
"I'm pleased to welcome Catia to Coty," he said in a statement.
"Her deep expertise and successful track record in scouting and executing highly strategic deals will be a strong asset in supporting Coty's long term strategy".
Cesari’s appointment follows the move of her predecessor Peter Shaefer, who will now lead special cross-functional projects.
The appointment is effective from 1st Feburary 2014.