Chief Business Officer

The Chief Business Officer (CBO) will lead and grow the Construction Materials Division with a focus on Mineral-based Adhesives and Admixtures, establishing the company as a trusted partner to Infrastructure Companies, Large Builders, Railways, and Government Development Authorities. The role requires a visionary leader with strong domain expertise, proven business acumen, and established high-level networks across the Indian infrastructure and construction ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

· Define and execute the long-term strategy for the Construction Materials Division across India.

· Drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share by expanding into new markets, product lines, and geographies.

· Build strategic alliances and partnerships with key infra players, government bodies, and large-scale developers.

· Guide product positioning and brand building to strengthen market visibility.

Business Development & Stakeholder Engagement

· Leverage strong industry networks to establish deep relationships with infrastructure companies, EPC contractors, railways, metro projects, highways, and government development authorities.

· Drive large project tie-ups and approvals for product usage in mega infra and real estate projects.

· Represent the company at industry forums, government meetings, and policy discussions.

Operational & Commercial Excellence

· Lead end-to-end operations including sales, distribution, manufacturing, and supply chain for adhesives and admixtures.

· Oversee pricing, contracts, and large project negotiations to maximize profitability.

· Ensure efficient demand forecasting, production planning, and nationwide distribution capabilities.

· Champion digital transformation and modern trade practices to improve operational agility.

Financial Accountability

· Own the P&L for the Construction Materials Division with responsibility for topline and bottom-line performance.

· Implement cost optimization strategies and prudent capital allocation for growth projects.

· Monitor financial metrics, budgets, and KPIs for sustainable business expansion.

People & Culture Leadership

· Build and mentor a strong leadership team across sales, operations, R&D, and manufacturing.

· Instill a culture of performance, innovation, compliance, and customer-centricity.

· Develop future leaders and ensure succession planning for critical roles.

Innovation, Compliance & Sustainability

· Drive product innovation through collaboration with R&D, ensuring high-quality and differentiated solutions.

· Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks governing construction materials.

· Champion sustainability practices, including eco-friendly formulations and green certification.

· Experience: 20–25 years of experience in Construction Materials, Chemicals, Adhesives, or Infrastructure solutions, with at least 8–10 years in senior leadership.

Education: MBA / PGDM (Sales, Marketing, or Strategy) and Civil Engineering background.

· Proven track record of business expansion and P&L management in a PAN India role.

· Strong network and credibility with Infra Companies, Builders, EPC Contractors, Railways, and Government Authorities.

· Demonstrated success in large project acquisition, approvals, and government liaisoning.

· Excellent negotiation, relationship management, and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have exposure to the construction materials/ Civil / chemicals industry?

Education:

• Secondary(10th Pass) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person