Peter Otu has assumed the role of Managing Director of the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Downstream Business at Johnvents Foods, following an announcement on his LinkedIn page.
Otu joined Johnvents Foods in September 2026 as Sales Director before his elevation to the Managing Director position in November 2026. His appointment places him at the helm of the company’s FMCG Downstream Business, marking a new phase in his professional career.
He brings experience in enterprise leadership, commercial strategy, sales management, business transformation and market development to the position. His professional background spans nearly 18 years at Nestlé, where he occupied several leadership positions across different markets.
Before joining Johnvents Foods, he served as Nigeria Sales Project Lead at Nestlé from October 2025 to September 2026. In that capacity, he focused on developing commercial growth systems that integrated business strategy, digital enablement and execution governance to drive sustainable performance.
He previously served as National Sales Manager for Burkina Faso between October 2024 and September 2025, where his responsibilities included category growth, market share expansion, business partnerships, sales team development and distribution efficiency.
Between April and September 2024, Otu was Sales Operations Manager in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. During this period, he led the implementation of a Sales Force Automation System designed to improve sales tracking, team coordination, retailer engagement and operational efficiency.
His earlier career at Nestlé also included positions such as Sales Project Manager, Head of Modern Trade Business, Acting Head of Modern Trade Business, Key Account and e-Commerce Manager, and Modern Trade Manager for the South-West region of Nigeria.
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As Modern Trade Manager between January 2012 and February 2016, Otu recorded 600 per cent growth in channel performance and a 400 per cent increase in channel contribution over four years. He also achieved and surpassed market share objectives for Nestlé brands within the region, according to his LinkedIn profile.
Otu began his career at John Holt Plc, before he joined Nestlé in February 2009 as a Field Sales Manager, overseeing retail coverage strategies, sales team development, product availability and market execution.
His transition to Johnvents Foods’ Managing Director position follows an extensive career in the FMCG sector, with experience spanning commercial leadership, sales operations, digital transformation and international market development.
Otu’s appointment adds to the leadership structure of Johnvents Foods as he takes on the responsibility of heading its FMCG Downstream Business.
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