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Manisha  Chauhan

Manisha Chauhan

International Business Leader | Commercial Strategy | P&L Ownership | GTM Strategy | Global B2B Sales | Export Marketing | Strategic Partnerships | Market Expansion
Mumbai

Overview

19
19
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
4
4
Languages
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Head – International Sales & Business Development

Blue Sapphire Food Processing Private Limited
2024.08 - Current

Industry:

Food Ingredients | Natural Sweeteners | Agro Commodities | FMCG

Regions:
SAARC | Southeast Asia | Middle East | Africa | Europe |

• Own international P&L and commercial strategy for a INR 90+ Cr business.

• Delivered 10% YoY revenue growth through distributor expansion across Southeast Asia, Middle East and Africa.

•Secured multiple FCL export orders across Southeast Asia, strengthening export volumes and the distributor network.

• Led private-label and contract manufacturing programs for domestic and global brands.

• Negotiated long-term commercial agreements improving profitability and customer retention.

• Represented the company at international trade fairs while strengthening relationships with key distributors and importers.

Business Development Specialist

Elchemy Inc
2021.08 - 2024.07

Industry:

Specialty Chemicals | Personal Care & Cosmetic Chemicals | Flavour & Fragrance Chemicals| Industrial Chemicals

Regions:

North America | Europe | South East Asia

• Managed a USD 5 Million international business portfolio.

• Led North American business expansion and key account acquisition.

• Worked closely with R&D and manufacturing teams to commercialize customized formulations.

• Managed the complete commercial lifecycle from sampling to commercial scale.

• Delivered solution-based sales resulting in higher customer retention and repeat business.

• Partnered with procurement, logistics and supply chain teams to ensure global order fulfilment.

• Expanded strategic partnerships with multinational manufacturers and industrial customers.

Assistant Sales Manager

Suminter India Organics
2016.05 - 2021.07

Industry:

Organic Food Ingredients | Organic Sugar | Spices | Oilseeds

Regions:

USA | Central & Western Europe

• Managed INR 82 Crore Organic Cane Sugar portfolio.

• Led a 3-member export sales team.

• Managed strategic accounts generating nearly 70% of departmental revenue.

• Converted new customers into long-term supply agreements.

• Expanded distributor network across Europe and North America.

• Led pricing, forecasting and commercial negotiations.

• Managed end-to-end export operations and OTIF performance.

•Represented the company at international trade exhibitions, generating new business opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

Deputy Sales Manager

AMW Motors Limited
2013.05 - 2016.04

Industry:

Commercial Vehicles | Steel Wheel Rims

Regions:

Central & Western Europe

• Managed Steel Wheel Rim exports generating €2.5 Million (INR 27 Cr+) annually.

• Expanded B2B business across OEMs, distributors and industrial customers.

• Developed regional export strategy and commercial plans.

• Built long-term distributor relationships with CXO-level stakeholders.

Education

MBA - International Business

Dr. DY Patil Dnyan Prasad University School of Management
Navi Mumbai
2011.03 - 2013.05

Advance Diploma - Digital Marketing

DMTI SoftPro
Mumbai, India
2001.04 -

Post Graduate Diploma - Supply Chain Management

Welingkar Institute Of Business Management
Mumbai
2012.01 - 2012.12

Diploma - Import Export Management

Welingkar Institute of Business Management
Mumbai
2012-04

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

Mumbai University
Mumbai
2007.04 - 2010.07

HSC(12th Standard) - Science

National College of Science
Bhandup
2006.03 - 2007.03

School -

Guru Nanak English High School
Bhandup
1993.04 - 2005.03

Skills

P&L Ownership Revenue Growth Pricing Commercial Strategy Contract Negotiation

Global Sales Export Management Market Expansion Distributor Management Strategic Partnerships

Export Operations International Logistics Supply Chain Cross-functional Leadership

Business Development Key Accounts GTM Forecasting CRM

Certification

Lean Six Sigma(Green Belt)

Work Availability

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Languages

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi
Advanced
French
Elementary

Summary

Built and Led Cross-functional Commercial Teams of up to 6 Members

International Business and Commercial Leader with 13+ years of experience driving profitable growth across Food Ingredients, Agro Commodities, FMCG, and Specialty Chemicals.

Successfully managed commercial portfolios exceeding INR 90 Crore and USD 5 Million, leading international business expansion across Europe, North America, Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and SAARC.

Expertise spans commercial strategy, international sales, export operations, supply chain management, distributor development, key account management, pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and cross-functional leadership. Proven ability to build high-performing teams, establish global partnerships, launch new markets, and deliver sustainable revenue growth.

EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS

✔ 13+ Years in International Business & Commercial Leadership

✔ Managed Commercial Portfolios exceeding INR 90 Cr and USD 5 Million

✔ Expanded International Business across 30+ Countries spanning Europe, North America, Middle East, Africa & Southeast Asia

✔ Expertise across Food Ingredients, Agro Commodities & Specialty Chemicals

✔Delivered Consistent Revenue Growth through Commercial Strategy, Distributor Expansion & Strategic Partnerships

Quote

Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
Henry Ford

Timeline

Head – International Sales & Business Development

Blue Sapphire Food Processing Private Limited
2024.08 - Current

Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations

2024-04

Business Development Specialist

Elchemy Inc
2021.08 - 2024.07

Assistant Sales Manager

Suminter India Organics
2016.05 - 2021.07

Deputy Sales Manager

AMW Motors Limited
2013.05 - 2016.04

Lean Six Sigma(Green Belt)

2012-03

Post Graduate Diploma - Supply Chain Management

Welingkar Institute Of Business Management
2012.01 - 2012.12

MBA - International Business

Dr. DY Patil Dnyan Prasad University School of Management
2011.03 - 2013.05

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

Mumbai University
2007.04 - 2010.07

HSC(12th Standard) - Science

National College of Science
2006.03 - 2007.03

Advance Diploma - Digital Marketing

DMTI SoftPro
2001.04 -

School -

Guru Nanak English High School
1993.04 - 2005.03

Diploma - Import Export Management

Welingkar Institute of Business Management
Manisha ChauhanInternational Business Leader | Commercial Strategy | P&L Ownership | GTM Strategy | Global B2B Sales | Export Marketing | Strategic Partnerships | Market Expansion