Nitin Jain

Nitin Jain

Chief Operating Officer, Godrej Pet Care, Ex-Sales Director, Mars India & Bangladesh

Godrej Consumer Products LimitedMumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Experience22+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Thoroughly enjoying my journey around building the Pet category in India with leading consumer goods companies. I have a Master of Business Administration from IRMA and a Diploma in Digital Business Transformation from Columbia Business School, and near 20 years of experience equip me with the skills and knowledge to drive digital innovation and performance in the fast-changing consumer landscape. As the Sales Director at Mars, was responsible for leading the business strategy and operations for the Pet category, which includes brands like Pedigree, Whiskas, Sheba, and Cesar. Working with a cross-functional team of sales managers, marketing managers, trade marketing managers, and finance managers to deliver profitable growth, market share, and customer satisfaction. Leveraging my skills in new business development, key account management, strengthen relationships with key customers, and optimize sales processes and performance. I also collaborate with the digital team to implement digital transformation initiatives, such as data-driven marketing, e-commerce, and loyalty programs, to enhance customer engagement and retention.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Aug 2024–Present· 2 yrs 1 mo
    • Chief Operating Officer, Godrej Pet CareCurrent
      Aug 2024–Present
  • 2015–Jul 2024· 9 yrs 6 mos
    • Director, Sales
      Jun 2018–Jul 2024
    • Regional Director, Sales
      Mar 2017–May 2018
    • Manager, Regional Sales
      2015–Feb 2017
  • 2013–Dec 2014· 1 yr 11 mos
    • AVP- Founding Team- Grocery Automation Startup
      2013–Dec 2014
  • 2012–Dec 2012· 11 mos
    • Manager, Sales, Zonal
      2012–Dec 2012
  • Mar 2010–Feb 2012· 1 yr 11 mos
    • Regional Sales Manager West - Food StartUp
      Mar 2010–Feb 2012
  • Apr 2008–Mar 2010· 1 yr 11 mos
    • Senior Manager, IT, Sales
      Apr 2008–Mar 2010
  • Apr 2004–Mar 2008· 3 yrs 11 mos
    • Manager, Branch Operations
      Apr 2004–Mar 2008

Education

Diploma in Digital Business Transformation

Digital Strategy, Performance Marketing Tools,

Columbia Business School

Master of Business Administration

Sales, Distribution and Marketing

Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA)

B.Commerce

St. John's College Agra

B.Commerce

St. John's College Agra

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Skills & Expertise

20 of 20 skills
Strategic LeadershipProfit MarginsDistributor ManagementBig-Picture ThinkingE-commerce OptimizationModern TradeResource AllocationFinancially AstuteStrategyStrategic PlanningPeople ManagementMarket AnalysisE-commerce SEOSales ProcessesInterpersonal SkillsGrowth StrategiesAnimal HealthLeadership DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementStrategic Accounts