Procter & Gamble (P&G), one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, has announced a major shift in its operations in Pakistan. In line with its global growth and value creation strategy, P&G will transition to a third-party distributor model in the country.
This move means that P&G Pakistan and Gillette Pakistan Ltd. will gradually wind down their manufacturing and commercial activities over the coming months. Consumers across Pakistan will continue to have access to P&G’s household brands, but these will now be supplied through regional operations instead of local manufacturing.
The company emphasized that business will continue in the ordinary course until the transition is complete. P&G Pakistan and its supporting regional teams will begin immediate transition planning, prioritizing support for employees affected by the change.
Employees whose roles are impacted will be considered for opportunities in other P&G operations outside Pakistan or offered separation packages in line with local laws and company policies. P&G stated that this step reflects its commitment to treating its people with fairness, dignity, and respect.
After exploring a wide range of options, P&G concluded that shifting to a third-party distribution model is the most prudent way forward for serving Pakistani consumers at this time.
The announcement marks the end of P&G’s direct manufacturing footprint in Pakistan but ensures continuity of its brands in the market through its new distribution model.
