Mumbai: FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) has announced the appointment of ex-Britannia CEO and Executive Director Rajneet Kohli as its new Executive Director, Foods.
Kohli, who brings over 28 years of experience in the consumer goods and retail sectors, will join HUL’s Management Committee effective April 7, 2025, succeeding Shiva Krishnamurthy, who will move on to pursue an external opportunity.
In his previous role at Britannia, Kohli played a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s position in the highly competitive food and bakery segment by driving product innovation, building trusted brands, and enhancing digital capabilities. He has also held leadership roles at Jubilant Foodworks, The Coca-Cola Co., and Asian Paints, further solidifying his reputation as a transformational leader.
Rohit Jawa, CEO and Managing Director, HUL, commented, “I would like to thank Shiva for his contribution to our business over the years. Under his leadership, HUL became the market leader in Tea, delivered iconic communications that won prestigious marketing accolades and transformed the portfolio to win in faster growing spaces. Foods is a large Business Unit for HUL with strong growth potential. Rajneet brings extensive experience in managing large Foods and Beverages businesses and driving high performance. I am confident that he will lead the Foods business to the next phase of growth and transformation.”
