Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, April 2026 — Mr. Pawan Agrawal, a Marico veteran, previously designated as Group CFO and CEO – International Business (Rest of South Asia and South East Asia), has taken on the expanded responsibility of leading Marico’s overall international business. He is now designated as Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer – International Business, with effect from April 1, 2026. This expanded mandate marks an important leadership milestone and reflects the trust the company has placed in his ability to guide its international growth agenda while continuing to anchor its finance function.
Pawan Agrawal has been associated with Marico Limited for more than two decades and has built a distinguished leadership journey across finance and business roles within the company. Before this expanded designation, he served as Group CFO and CEO International Business (Ex MEA). Earlier, he was Group Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President & Head – Finance, Head Finance, Head Finance – International Business, Head – Business Finance (India Business), Head – Accounts & MIS, and Regional Operations Manager – South. His progression at Marico reflects a long and impactful internal growth journey marked by increasing leadership responsibility across strategic and operational functions.
Prior to joining Marico, he was associated with Eveready Industries India Ltd, where he held the roles of Regional Commercial Manager, Assistant Commercial Manager, and Internal Audit Executive. These early assignments helped shape his strong foundation in finance, commercial leadership, and business management, which he later expanded into a long and influential career at Marico.
Over the years, Pawan Agrawal has made significant contributions across key areas in finance and business while managing scale and complexity. He has played an instrumental role in executing Marico’s diversification strategy, including facilitating the acquisitions of digital-first brands such as Beardo, Just Herbs, True Elements, Plix, 4700BC, and Cosmix. His journey is a strong reflection of Marico’s ethos of nurturing talent, empowering leaders, and inspiring members to grow beyond boundaries.
With leadership experience spanning corporate finance, business finance, international business, operations, and strategic transformation, Pawan Agrawal brings deep institutional knowledge and strong business acumen to his expanded role. His designation as Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer – International Business is expected to further strengthen Marico Limited’s global growth ambitions and long-term business strategy.
About Marico Limited
Marico is one of India’s leading consumer goods companies operating in the global beauty and wellness categories. In FY 2024-25, the company recorded a turnover of USD 1.3 billion through its products sold in India and selected markets in Asia and Africa. Marico touches the lives of 1 out of every 3 Indians through its portfolio of brands such as Parachute, Saffola, Hair & Care, Parachute Advansed, Nihar Naturals, Mediker, Pure Sense, Coco Soul, Revive, Set Wet, Livon, Beardo, Just Herbs, True Elements, and Plix. Its international consumer products portfolio contributes about 25% of the group’s revenue.
Read Also : When HR “Produces Nothing”: A Response to Jennifer Sey’s Anti-HR Vision
The Fine Balance: Navigating Work, Life, and Mental Wellbeing
Mind the Leadership Gap – From Learning to Real-World Impact
How the Adecco Group is empowering its employees for the future of work
