Khan brings to PepsiCo over 20 years of experience in the medical and pharmaceutical field. Most recently, he served as president, Takeda Pharmaceuticals Global Research and Development Center. He built Takeda's U.S. medical affairs and global medical affairs functions, and helped develop the strong, scientific basis for launching the company's major products as president of U.S. and European drug development.

"Mehmood is an accomplished medical professional with a proven R&D track record, and I am proud and delighted to welcome him to PepsiCo," said Nooyi.