Nestlé India has appointed Jaikishan Gianani as Head of Procurement, South Asia Region, effective 1st August 2026.
In this role, Jaikishan will spearhead strategic sourcing, strengthen supplier partnerships, and embed resilience to support Nestlé’s growth ambitions across South Asia.
Jaikishan joined Nestlé in 2012 as a Management Trainee from SPJIMR, Mumbai, and has since built a diverse career spanning Procurement and Supply Chain.
His journey includes international exposure with the Nestrade Procurement Hub, leadership of Packaging Procurement, strategic procurement projects, and a factory supply chain leadership stint at Nanjangud. Most recently, as Procurement Lead – Commodities, he led sourcing and risk management across categories.
Known for his strategic mindset, commercial acumen and collaborative leadership style, he has consistently delivered strong business outcomes while building high-performing teams.
Jaikishan’s journey at Nestlé reflects the strength of its talent pipeline and his appointment signals the Company’s commitment to shaping procurement as a strategic growth lever for South Asia.
