Kenvue, a leading global consumer health company, has announced the appointment of Niranjani C as the Chief Financial Officer for its India business. As a vital member of Kenvue’s India Leadership Team, Niranjani will also serve on the Finance Leadership Team for the Asia-Pacific region, effective immediately.
With over 23 years of experience working with prominent multinational corporations such as Unilever, P&G, Nokia and Hershey, Niranjani is widely regarded as a dynamic leader in finance and business. Her expertise spans enterprise growth strategies, financial value creation, shareholder management and digital transformation. At Kenvue India, Niranjani will play a key role in managing financial operations and advancing digital initiatives, aligning with the company’s strategic expansion plans in India, a crucial market for Kenvue’s global footprint.
Niranjani’s career began in 2001 with Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), where she honed her business and financial management skills as a business leadership trainee. She then moved on to hold significant leadership roles at Nokia, P&G and Hershey, excelling in financial planning, supply chain optimization and go-to-market strategies. Most notably, during her tenure as CFO and Board Member at Hershey India, she was instrumental in launching Hershey’s chocolates in India and expanding the company’s food and beverage portfolio. In 2023, she took on the role of Regional CFO for Hershey International, overseeing markets across Europe, World Travel Retail and the Swiss Trading Hub.
In addition to her corporate accomplishments, Niranjani is an independent director at Onward Technologies, a global technology transformation firm. Academically, she is a gold medalist in B.Com, holds an MBA and is a CFA ranker. Niranjani is also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, promoting innovation and empowering the workforce.
Niranjani’s appointment is expected to significantly impact Kenvue India’s growth trajectory and the broader consumer healthcare sector. As Kenvue continues to expand its presence in India, her leadership in financial and digital transformation will play a pivotal role in optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing market penetration. In a rapidly evolving market, her expertise is expected to drive data-driven financial strategies and foster sustainable business growth.
Moreover, her strong commitment to diversity and inclusion aligns with the industry’s increasing focus on equitable healthcare access. This advocacy will help cultivate a corporate culture that encourages innovation and empowers teams. As the healthcare industry integrates digital and financial strategies, Niranjani’s leadership could set a benchmark for financial leadership across the sector. With her strategic appointment, Kenvue India is poised to accelerate its financial strategy, enhance resilience and contribute significantly to the evolving consumer health landscape in India and beyond.
