Chief Executive Officer - Paints (20-27 yrs)

Candidate will be responsible for the overall business management of the paint division, including product strategy, marketing, sales, distribution, and operational activities. The role involves driving revenue growth, increasing market share, improving profitability, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Strategic Leadership:

- Define and execute the overall strategy for the paints business, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and objectives.

- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities.

- Lead the development and implementation of the annual business plan for the paint division.

Sales & Marketing:

- Oversee sales targets, manage the sales pipeline, and ensure achievement of business revenue goals.

- Lead and guide the marketing team to create strong promotional campaigns and product positioning strategies.

- Work closely with the product development team to launch new products and improve existing ones based on market demand.

- Develop pricing strategies and manage P&L for the paints division.

Operational Management:

- Manage the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring efficient processes across manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain management.

- Ensure inventory control and optimize production capacity to meet market demands.

- Oversee vendor and supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.

Team Leadership:

- Lead and motivate the sales and marketing teams to meet objectives and exceed targets.

- Foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement within the team.

- Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of key team members.

Financial Management:

- Manage budgets and forecast business performance; ensure financial objectives are met.

- Monitor key financial metrics including revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), gross margins, and profitability.

- Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising product quality.

Customer Relations:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, distributors, and partners.

- Develop customer engagement strategies to enhance customer loyalty and drive repeat business.

- Resolve any major customer complaints or issues effectively.

Compliance and Quality Control:

- Ensure all products meet quality standards and comply with safety regulations.

- Oversee the management of environmental impact and sustainability efforts.

Qualifications and Experience:

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA is a plus.

Experience:

- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in the paints or coatings industry, with at least 5 years in a senior management or business head position.

- Proven track record of managing P&L, driving growth, and achieving sales targets.

- Experience in both B2B and B2C sales, with strong expertise in marketing and brand management.

Skills:

- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting.

- In-depth knowledge of the paint industry and its products, along with customer needs.

- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

- Strong understanding of supply chain, manufacturing processes, and quality control.

Key Attributes:

- Entrepreneurial mindset and results-driven approach.

- Strong networking abilities and relationship-building skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

- High level of integrity and professionalism.

Compensation: Competitive salary + performance incentives

- Health benefits

- Annual bonuses based on performance