Strategic marketing professional with 18+ years of experience across material handling equipment, supply chain solutions, cold chain logistics, FMCG, industrial chemicals, and coatings. Proven expertise in brand building, market penetration, demand generation, and go-to-market strategy. Known for combining strong marketing fundamentals with modern digital execution to drive measurable business outcomes, revenue growth, and brand leadership.
Hi, I’m
Sameer Vishwanath Gurav
Marketing Professional
Mumbai,MH
Summary
Overview
21
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
KION INDIA PVT LTD
Manager-Marketing
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Driving integrated marketing strategy across product portfolios, reinforcing leadership in a 60%+ market-share environment.
- Strengthening brand positioning through customer insights, competitive intelligence, and differentiated value propositions.
- Scaling digital marketing, events, and sales enablement initiatives to improve lead quality, visibility, and marketing ROI.
GANDHI AUTOMATIONS PVT LTD
Manager-Marketing & Sales Promotion
04.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Executed integrated marketing campaigns supporting national brand expansion and demand generation.
- Delivered consistent communication across PR, digital, social, web, and internal channels.
- Partnered with sales and product teams to align marketing initiatives with revenue objectives.
CRYSTAL LOGISTIC COOL CHAIN LTD.
Manager-Marketing & Brand Communication
10.2020 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Built brand identity and GTM strategy for cold chain solutions, improving market awareness and sales pipeline.
- Owned inbound lead generation through SEO, content marketing, digital campaigns, and social media.
- Led PR, events, and performance tracking, with a strong focus on ROI and lead-to-sales conversion.
LEAP INDIA PVT. LTD.
Manager-Marketing
10.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Designed branding and penetration strategies for competitive supply chain markets.
- Executed national exhibitions, seminars, and integrated marketing campaigns.
- Strengthened digital presence through SEO, paid media, analytics, and website optimization.
NILKAMAL LTD.
Asst. Manager-Advertising & Branding
01.2014 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Executed integrated branding initiatives across ATL, BTL, digital, and on-ground activations.
- Supported new product launches and regional rollouts for material handling solutions.
- Managed agencies, media planning, exhibitions, and market intelligence for brand growth.
H R ORGANO CHEM PVT.LTD.
Asst. Manager-Business Development
01.2013 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Developed new business opportunities through targeted prospecting and market research.
- Built and managed a qualified sales pipeline across industrial verticals.
- Collaborated with technical and leadership teams to close accounts and improve profitability.
CHOKSEY CHEMICALS PVT.LTD.
Asst. Manager-Marketing
01.2010 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Led the marketing strategy for a ₹35 Cr business, covering the product mix, pricing, and branding.
- Managed ATL/BTL campaigns, packaging development, and promotional execution.
- Measured marketing performance, and delivered insights to drive continuous improvement.
PIDILITE INDUSTRIES LTD.
Product Head–Wood Finish
01.2008 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Transitioned the portfolio from traditional carpenter-focused products to DIY-oriented offerings.
- Identified new market niches, driving 24% growth, and reversing declining sales trends.
- Led product development, pricing, forecasting, and launch execution.
SHALIMAR PAINTS LTD.
Technical Sales Officer–Can Coating
01.2005 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Built industrial sales for a niche product category through focused client acquisition.
- Supported new product development by translating market feedback into R&D inputs.
- Achieved 20% sales growth by expanding and managing key customer accounts.
Education
Welingkar Institute MumbaiMumbai
MBA from Marketing
04.2001
University Overview
Garware Institute of Career Education And DevelopmentMumbai, India
Diploma from Paint Application Technology
01.2004
University Overview
Mumbai UniversityMumbai, India
Bachelor of Science from Chemistry
01.2002
University Overview
Skills
Brand & Identity Development
Strategic & Market Expansion Planning
Digital Marketing Strategy
Lead Generation & Sales Enablement
Market & Consumer Insights
Cross-Functional Leadership
Media & Public Relations
Budgeting & ROI Analysis
Certification
Generative AI for Business Leaders
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
Signature Sameer Vishwanath GuravTimeline
Manager-Marketing
KION INDIA PVT LTD
09.2022 - Current
Manager-Marketing & Sales Promotion
GANDHI AUTOMATIONS PVT LTD
04.2022 - 08.2022
Manager-Marketing & Brand Communication
CRYSTAL LOGISTIC COOL CHAIN LTD.
10.2020 - 04.2022
Manager-Marketing
LEAP INDIA PVT. LTD.
10.2019 - 01.2020
Asst. Manager-Advertising & Branding
NILKAMAL LTD.
01.2014 - 01.2019
Asst. Manager-Business Development
H R ORGANO CHEM PVT.LTD.
01.2013 - 01.2014
Asst. Manager-Marketing
CHOKSEY CHEMICALS PVT.LTD.
01.2010 - 01.2013
Product Head–Wood Finish
PIDILITE INDUSTRIES LTD.
01.2008 - 01.2010
Technical Sales Officer–Can Coating
SHALIMAR PAINTS LTD.
01.2005 - 01.2008
Welingkar Institute Mumbai
MBA from Marketing
04.2001
Garware Institute of Career Education And Development
Diploma from Paint Application Technology
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Science from Chemistry