Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) may name Robert McDonald as its next chief executive officer (CEO), taking over from A.G. Lafley, according to recent news reports.

Mr. McDonald is a 29-year veteran of the company. He joined the company in 1980 and become chief operating officer (COO) in July 2007. He is credited with trimming costs throughout P&G's operations.

Mr. Lafley would remain chairman at P&G, according to reports. He has been chairman since 2002 and CEO since 2000.