Nestlé India announced a leadership transition on Monday, appointing Manish Tiwary as the new Managing Director, set to take over from Suresh Narayanan, who will retire in July 2025. Tiwary, currently the country manager for Amazon India, will officially assume his role at Nestlé India on August 1, 2025, as per a regulatory announcement.
Suresh Narayanan, who has dedicated 26 years to the company, will step down as Chairman and Managing Director on July 31, 2025. The nominations for Tiwary’s position have been submitted by Nestlé’s Swiss parent company, Nestlé SA, but the proposal still requires necessary approvals from relevant authorities.
In addition to his role at Amazon Digital Services and More Consumer Brand, Tiwary will resign from his current directorship on October 30, 2024. A graduate of IIM Bangalore, Tiwary brings nearly three decades of experience in managing large-scale operations and strategic initiatives within the e-commerce and consumer goods industries.
Before joining Amazon in 2016, he spent 20 years with the Anglo-Dutch FMCG company Unilever. Nestlé India, a subsidiary of the Swiss multinational Nestlé S.A., is one of the leading players in the Indian food and beverage sector.
Established in 1961, the company has grown significantly, offering a wide range of products that cater to the diverse tastes and nutritional needs of Indian consumers. Its popular brands include Maggi noodles, Nescafé coffee, KitKat chocolate, and a variety of dairy products and infant nutrition items.
With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Nestlé India focuses on improving the nutritional profile of its products while promoting responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. The company operates several manufacturing facilities across the country and has made substantial investments in local communities, emphasizing health, wellness, and the promotion of a balanced diet. The company continues to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences, making it a prominent name in the Indian FMCG market.
