Anurag Dwivedi has been appointed as the Head of Supply Chain & Procurement at Nestlé Philippines, effective April 1, 2026, marking a key leadership transition as the company strengthens its operational backbone in Southeast Asia. The move comes at a time when global FMCG supply chains are undergoing rapid transformation, driven by digitalization, sustainability mandates, and increasingly complex distribution networks.
Before this appointment, Dwivedi served as Executive Director of Supply Chain at Nestlé Malaysia, where he played a critical role in modernizing operations across the Malaysia-Singapore hub. His tenure was defined by three major contributions: scaling e-commerce fulfillment infrastructure, ensuring supply chain resilience during global disruptions, and advancing ESG-led sourcing initiatives. Under his leadership, Nestlé Malaysia made notable progress toward plastic neutrality and reducing its carbon footprint—capabilities that are now expected to be replicated and expanded in the Philippines.
In his new role, Dwivedi will oversee one of Nestlé’s most operationally challenging markets. The Philippines’ archipelagic geography presents unique logistics complexities, requiring a highly efficient and adaptive supply chain model. His mandate will focus heavily on digital transformation, including the implementation of advanced analytics and automation across the “order-to-cash” cycle. This is expected to enhance forecasting accuracy, reduce lead times, and improve service levels across both urban centers and remote island markets.
Sustainability will also be a central pillar of his leadership. Nestlé Philippines is accelerating its “Net Zero” ambitions, and Dwivedi is expected to drive initiatives around sustainable packaging, responsible sourcing, and localized supply networks. These efforts will directly impact key brands such as Milo, Nescafé, and Bear Brand, ensuring that growth aligns with environmental and regulatory expectations in the region.
Another critical focus area will be strengthening last-mile connectivity and retail integration. In a market where traditional sari-sari stores coexist with modern trade and quick-commerce platforms, ensuring consistent product availability is both a logistical and strategic challenge. Dwivedi’s experience in balancing large-scale distribution with localized execution will be key to improving customer service levels and maintaining Nestlé’s market leadership.
With over two decades of experience in operations and supply chain management, including earlier leadership roles at ITC Limited, Dwivedi brings a strong blend of operational discipline and strategic foresight. His academic background from Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad further complements his leadership profile.
Overall, this appointment signals Nestlé’s continued investment in supply chain excellence as a competitive advantage. As consumer demand patterns evolve and sustainability expectations intensify, Dwivedi’s role will be pivotal in shaping a more agile, resilient, and future-ready supply chain for the Philippine market.
