Nestlé India has named Manish Tiwary as the new Chairman of its Board, marking a key leadership change at one of India’s most influential fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies. “Manish Tiwary has been appointed as the Chairman of the Board at Nestlé India, marking a significant leadership transition in one of India’s most prominent FMCG companies.” Tiwary’s appointment is expected to strengthen the company’s strategic direction and reinforce its commitment to innovation and sustainable growth.
Bringing more than 20 years of experience from global giants such as Amazon and Unilever, Tiwary is known for his strategic insight, operational efficiency, and transformational leadership. At Amazon, he served as Country Manager for India, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s footprint in the e-commerce sector and enhancing customer-centric operations.
Prior to Amazon, Tiwary spent several years at Unilever, holding critical regional and global leadership roles. His work at Unilever included responsibilities in sales, customer development, and modern trade. During his tenure, he led initiatives across diverse markets, from India to the Gulf and North Africa, with a strong emphasis on rural outreach, digital transformation of traditional trade, and omnichannel development.
Tiwary is widely recognized for leading innovations that have had a lasting impact on the consumer goods landscape. “Tiwary’s vast experience spans markets across India, the Gulf, and North Africa, and includes pioneering work in e-commerce, rural distribution, and digitization of traditional trade.” Notably, he was behind Unilever’s acclaimed Shakti initiative—a rural empowerment and distribution model that gained international attention—as well as advancements in sales technology that set global benchmarks.
His leadership acumen has been acknowledged by prestigious platforms including Harvard Business School and TED, where his innovative approaches to business challenges were highlighted. “Known for spearheading award-winning innovations such as Unilever’s Shakti initiative and global best practices in sales technology, he has earned recognition from forums including Harvard and TED.”
With this new role at Nestlé India, Tiwary is expected to guide the board through evolving market dynamics, help deepen the company’s commitment to sustainability, and drive forward its mission of delivering high-quality, nutrition-focused products. His proven ability to scale businesses and inspire teams positions him to lead Nestlé India into its next phase of growth and market leadership.
