Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India,August 2026 — Ashish Parikh has been appointed as President and SBU Head at Havells India Ltd. A seasoned business leader with over 26 years of experience across the consumer goods, electrical, and FMCG sectors, he brings extensive expertise in business operations, sales leadership, category development, omnichannel strategy, and commercial transformation. In his new role, he will lead a Strategic Business Unit (SBU), driving business growth, market expansion, operational excellence, and customer-centric innovation at Havells India.
At Havells India Ltd, Ashish Parikh has joined as President and SBU Head, where he will be responsible for leading one of the company’s strategic business units, strengthening business performance, accelerating growth initiatives, and expanding Havells’ leadership in the fast-moving electrical goods (FMEG) market.
Prior to joining Havells, he served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President at DIAGEO India for nearly four years. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, business transformation, and commercial growth while strengthening execution capabilities across the organization.
Before DIAGEO India, Ashish spent over a decade with Reckitt, where he held several senior leadership roles across India, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, and Greater China. His progression included Global Omnichannel and Category Development Director, Global Shopper Marketing Director – Health Hygiene, Sales Director, and Head – Modern Trade and E-Commerce. He led global omnichannel strategies, category development, shopper marketing, sales transformation, and modern trade initiatives, contributing significantly to the company’s growth across international markets.
Earlier, he was associated with Marico Limited for nearly six years, serving in leadership positions including Head – Modern Trade, Regional Sales Head, and National Merchandising and Modern Trade Manager. During this period, he was instrumental in strengthening modern trade operations, regional sales performance, merchandising excellence, and customer engagement strategies.
Ashish began his corporate career with PepsiCo, where he held the roles of Territory Development Manager and Associate Franchise Manager, before moving to Agro Tech Foods Limited as Area Sales Manager. These formative assignments provided him with a strong foundation in sales management, channel development, distribution, and business operations, shaping a leadership career spanning more than two decades.
About Havells India Ltd
Havells India Ltd is one of India’s leading Fast Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) companies with a strong global presence and a diversified portfolio of electrical and consumer products. Its renowned brands include Havells, Lloyd, Crabtree, Standard Electricals, and REO, serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Driven by innovation, sustainability, and customer-centricity, Havells continues to expand its market leadership through advanced manufacturing, an extensive distribution network, and a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and community development.
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