Ankit Barnie has joined PepsiCo as Senior Manager – Supply Chain, bringing with him over 14 years of rich experience in supply planning, inventory management, and material management. Known for driving operational excellence, cost optimisation, and business growth, Ankit has consistently delivered 99%+ on-time performance throughout his career. His appointment marks a significant step for PepsiCo in strengthening its supply chain operations with agility and resilience.
Ankit’s most recent role was with Nestlé, where he worked for nearly nine years across multiple leadership positions. As Supply Chain Manager, he oversaw end-to-end operations of five co-manufacturing plants and spearheaded supply planning for the Dairy and RTD business segments. Prior to this, he held roles in integrated material management and supply planning, where he played a vital role in improving efficiency, network design, and service levels across the organisation.
Earlier in his career, Ankit gained valuable experience with Pernod Ricard as Purchase Executive and with Morarka Organic Foods Limited as Manager – Purchase & Packaging. In these roles, he specialised in procurement strategy, contract negotiations, supplier management, and optimising sourcing systems, laying a strong foundation for his future leadership in supply chain management.
Academically, Ankit holds an MBA in Marketing from the Institute of Rural Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology from Seedling Academy of Design Technology & Management. This blend of technical expertise and business acumen has shaped his holistic approach to supply chain leadership.
At PepsiCo, Ankit is expected to leverage his expertise to drive efficiency, enhance service levels, and build a lean, agile, and future-ready supply chain. His leadership is set to further reinforce PepsiCo’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable business growth.