Sub Headline
Working with Bayer since 2001
Position
General Manager Marketing Cotton, Insecticides and SeedGrowthCrop Science Division
Bio
Title
What makes Bayer special to you?
Description
India is a fascinating subcontinent driven by agriculture. As an innovative company that is strong in agriculture and cares about people, Bayer has a lot to offer.
Title
Your biggest challenge so far?
Description
After only two years at Bayer, I was asked to lead a team including marketing, seed production, breeding and product development to steer our Cereals & Oilseeds business to newer heights.
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What drives you?
Description
Creativity, innovation and passion for excellence.
Title
What do you enjoy doing most?
Description
Partnering in value chain projects with farmers, producers and retailers to improve productivity, quality and sustainability. This is very rewarding.
Title
Your key character trait?
Description
I enjoy connecting with people to tackle complex challenges in an innovative and creative way.
Title
Your most important personal goal?
Description
To lead a life in harmony with nature, and to contribute to society as part of an educational institution that helps people lead a meaningful life.
Roles & Responsibility
Tenure
2012 – present
Description
General Manager Marketing Cotton, Insecticides and SeedGrowth Crop Science Division Mumbai
City
India
Classes
Tenure
2011 – 2012
Description
Head of Strategic Planning, Project Management & Management Support, Bayer Crop Science
City
India
Classes
Tenure
2007 – 2011
Description
Head of Cereals & Oilseeds at Bayer Seeds, Hyderabad
City
India
Classes
Tenure
2004 – 2006
Description
Joined Bayer as management support to Bayer Crop Science Country Head in Mumbai, devoted to strategic projects
Classes
Tenure
2000 – 2004
Description
Product Manager at Rallis India, Mumbai, responsible for key insecticides and herbicides portfolio
Classes
Tenure
1994 – 2000
Description
Bachelor of Science (Agriculture) followed by a Masters degree in Business Administration
Classes
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"I joined Bayer in 2004 in a Management Support role and became a Sales Manager in Crop Science two years later."
"I was then asked to take on the job as Head of Cereals & Oilseeds. This came as a surprise as I had no prior experience in this field."
"Also, this was a senior position and involved leading a cross functional team."
"The team worked hard and over the next four years we took some strategic decisions and scaled up the business to new heights. At that time I was the youngest manager in such a position."
"Even though my profile and experience had not been a perfect fit, Bayer believed in me. Entrusting me with a leadership position early on in my career speaks of the courage and passion the company has to develop people. That’s Bayer for me."
Employee Location
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Employee Weight
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