The candidate will be responsible for Nestle USA's internal and external communications, public affairs, and the Culinary Center based in Glendale, Calif.
Previously, the candidate served as CFO of Toys"R"Us Inc., from 2004 to 2006, where he oversaw a strategic review and restructuring of company-wide operations.
The appointments come after the existing CEO and Chairman of the Board announced their resignations. Additionally, the company announced the elimination of the Chief Financial Officer position.
The combined company would lead the global beer industry with roughly 400 million hectoliters of beer volume annually and 2012 estimated revenues of $47 billion. Its operations would span 24 countries with enhanced opportunities for 150,000 employees across the globe.
Dave Woodard is expected to lead Heinz North America to new levels of success by leveraging his proven expertise in marketing and innovation, and his keen understanding of consumer behavior.
The Coca-Cola Company has robust plans to capture growth in India with investments in innovation, expansion of distribution network, etc. The company has already invested more than $2 billion in India since it re-entered the country in 1993.
Most recently, the spin off's Chief Innovation Officer served as global vice president, marketing, writing and creative expression GBU at Newell Rubbermaid, Inc.
