Karthik Manoharan

Experience

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  PUMA Group

  May 1990 - Dec 1991

  Production Officer

  Production officer in PUMA Sports shoe plant in Aurangabad

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  MRF

  Jan 1992 - Apr 1993

  Technical Officer

  Technical & Production In charge of Leather Manufacturing Plant

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  Chika Private Limited

  Jun 1993 - Dec 1996

  Sales Executive

  Sales & Marketing of Leather Specialty Chemicals, representing German companies

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  Buckman

  Jan 1997 - May 2024

  In my role as Divisional Head APAC for the Leather Chemicals Business, I drove P&L for APAC, including China & Africa, managed operations for four entities, achieved a revenue CAGR of 11.5% with 18-20% OP, and established a world-class technical center in Chennai. In addition to this, I expanded the product portfolio from 4 to 99 items, launched tolling operations in India, optimized S&OP, developed multi-channel sales networks, and led a dynamic team across six departments, building a high-performing team through strategic recruitment, training, and leadership development.During my tenure, I have conceptualized robust business strategies aligned with immediate and long-term goals, enhancing growth and solidifying financial standing. I oversaw the integration of corporate strategies across APAC, synchronizing regional objectives. I designed, implemented, and spearheaded strategic initiatives to propel key business objectives forward, cultivating a sales pipeline that converted into tangible revenue opportunities. Moreover, I seized new business opportunities to increase market share, boost revenue, and diversify enterprise activities. I directed pioneering product development initiatives, adapting to market trends and fortifying our market position Show less

  • Director of Sales & Strategic Projects

    May 2022 - May 2024

  • Divisional Head APAC

    Jan 1997 - Jun 2022