The new structure is expected to allow for a more efficient rollout of increasingly bigger and more scalable innovations, and the optimization of resources behind strategic priorities.
P&G will make its advanced digital design tool available at no cost to American small and mid-sized manufacturers. The commitment is part of a new national effort among industry, universities and the federal government to create high-quality manufacturing jobs and enhance global competitiveness.
During his eight years at Unilever, Michael Polk is credited with transforming the company's business in the Americas and sharpening Unilever's portfolio strategy and creating a more competitive, faster growing, innovation-driven organization.
John P. Bilbrey has more than 30 years of global consumer packaged goods experience at companies like Mission Foods, Danone Waters of North America and Procter & Gamble.
The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the business and focus on driving consistent, profitable growth across all of Jarden's business segments.
With the company's successful financial restructuring and subsequent integration with JBS USA now largely complete, the timing seemed right for an executive transition.
