GSK Consumer Healthcare India today announced the appointment of Prashant Pandey as the Marketing Director with effect from February 1, 2015.
Pandey will replace Jayant Singh who takes over as Vice President and General Manager of GSK Consumer Healthcare Brazil, GSK Consumer Healthcare India (GSKCH) said in a statement.
Pandey will be a member of the India leadership team, reporting to Zubair Ahmed, Managing Director, GSK Consumer Healthcare India, it added.
On the other hand, Jayant Singh will be responsible for the strategy, growth and commercial execution of Brazil's Consumer Healthcare business.
In his new role, Singh will report to John Sayers, President, GSK Consumer Healthcare APL (Asia, Pacific and Latina).
"Jayant's contribution to the Indian sub-continent business has been remarkable. I am sure he will drive similar levels of performance in his new role. I am also delighted to welcome Prashant. His vast knowledge of the company and functional expertise are sure to bring in new dimensions to the team," Ahmed said.
Pandey joined GSKCH India in 2008 as Marketing Head, Horlicks from JWT, where he spent many years in account planning and management.
