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Country Head - India

Gurgaon Permanent View Job Description
The Country Head, India will lead the market entry and business growth. The role is accountable for full P&L delivery, explore OEM production setup, distributor network expansion, marketing execution, and local organizational build-up. This position plays a central role in translating organization's global strategy into tangible commercial and operational success in India.
  • Exciting Opportunity with a start up in the Beverages sector
  • Lead market entry as Country Head for a global beverage brand with full P&L

About Our Client

A global beverage brand is expanding internationally and entering high-growth markets with a focus on quality, innovation, and consumer experience. Its vision is to build a distinctive presence through authentic products, strong distribution networks, and impactful marketing strategies.

Job Description

We are seeking a Country Leader to spearhead market entry and business growth in India for a global consumer brand. This role offers full accountability for P&L delivery, strategic expansion, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commercial & Market Development: Drive revenue and profit targets, build a country wide distribution network, and lead negotiations to ensure competitive advantage.
  • OEM & Supply Chain: Oversee OEM production, ensure quality and compliance, optimize sourcing and logistics, and manage product registration.
  • Brand & Consumer Activation: Localize global brand positioning, execute marketing campaigns, and lead digital and on-trade activations to build awareness and engagement.
  • Financial & Governance: Own the country P&L, enforce financial discipline, and deliver accurate forecasts aligned with global governance standards.
  • Leadership & Organization Building: Recruit and develop a high-performing team, foster a results-driven culture, and represent the brand externally with partners and regulators.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Country Head - India, should have:

  • Minimum 12 - 15 years of FMCG experience (preferably beverage or alcohol industry experience) with at least 3-5 years in India leadership role.
  • Proven success in launching or scaling consumer brands from zero to one stage.
  • Strong background in sales, distribution management, and market entry execution.
  • Experience working with OEM manufacturing and product localization is a strong advantage.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with strong execution discipline and financial acumen.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to build an organization from 0-1, drive the growth of a leading FMCG company staring up in India
  • Work opportunity with a global organization
  • A leadership role with significant impact on company strategy.
  • Collaborative and professional work culture.
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Job summary

Function
Sales
Sub Sector
FMCG & Consumer
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Gurgaon
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-112025-6888381

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