CAMDEN, N.J., Feb 6, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today named David White as Senior Vice President-Global Supply Chain. He will report to President and Chief Executive Officer Douglas R. Conant and will oversee the management of Campbell’s Global Supply Chain, including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and customer service. White’s appointment is effective March 10, 2004.
White, 48, joins Campbell after 26 years with Procter & Gamble (P&G). Most recently, as Vice President, Product Supply-Global Family Care Business, he was responsible for all manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and customer logistics for the $4 billion division with leading brands such as Charmin and Bounty paper products. He led 9,000 employees located at 17 plants in 10 countries.
Previously, White held a variety of positions within P&G with responsibility for supply chain activities around brands including Sunny Delight fruit juice, Pampers diapers, and Tide and Cheer detergents. He has worked in several locations across North America as well as in Europe. A native of Massachusetts, White holds both his bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering and his master’s degree in manufacturing engineering from the University of Massachusetts.
Commenting on this appointment, Conant said, “David brings not only global experience, but also depth of experience and world-class supply chain thinking to this position. During his tenure at P&G, David progressed through the ranks of the organization, from engineering to manufacturing to global procurement and, ultimately, senior management. I am delighted to have such a seasoned leader join our team.”
White said, “Campbell is an outstanding company with strong brands and talented people, and I am eager to assume my role as head of Campbell’s Global Supply Chain organization. I look forward to leveraging my experience in the consumer packaged goods industry from my years at P&G. In this highly competitive environment, there are many opportunities ahead, and I am thrilled to be joining Doug Conant and the Campbell leadership team that will be driving towards success.”
About Campbell Soup Company
Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of high quality soup, sauce, beverage, biscuit, confectionery and prepared food products. The Company is 134 years old, with nearly $7 billion in annual sales and a portfolio of more than 20 market-leading brands. For more information on the company, visit Campbell’s website on the Internet at www.campbellsoup.com.
SOURCE: Campbell Soup Company
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