Contec Global Group - Chief Executive Officer

Industry: Luxury / Premium Automotive (EV Focus)

Role Overview:

The Chief Executive Officer (India) will be responsible for establishing, scaling and leading the company's India operations as a wholly owned subsidiary of a German automotive company.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the company's India market entry and expansion strategy.
• Build a long-term growth roadmap aligned with global corporate objectives.
• Build, inspire and lead a high-performing leadership team across functions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, customer obsession and execution excellence.

Business Development & Revenue Growth

• Establish and scale dealership and distribution networks across key metro and luxury-focused markets.
• Drive sales performance, profitability and market share growth.
• Analyze market trends, competitor strategies, pricing dynamics and customer preferences in the luxury automotive space.

Brand Building & Market Positioning

• Position the company as a distinctive premium/luxury automotive brand in India.
• Lead high-impact marketing, experiential branding and customer engagement initiatives.
• Build and nurture relationships with UHNIs, collectors, luxury buyers and automotive enthusiasts.

Operational Excellence & Market Setup

• Lead legal incorporation, registration and statutory compliance for the Indian subsidiary (Private Limited), in coordination with global HQ legal and compliance teams.
• Set up and optimize organizational structure, governance and operating processes.
• Ensure seamless coordination across sales, marketing, after-sales, finance, HR and compliance.

Financial Management & Fundraising

• Own P&L responsibility for India operations.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning aligned with growth objectives.
• Build investor pitch decks, lead investor roadshows and close funding rounds (equity, strategic or structured finance) as required.
• Ensure strong capital efficiency, ROI discipline and financial governance.

Government Relations & Regulatory Strategy

• Secure or pre-qualify for relevant Government of India schemes and incentives, including:
• PLI - Automobile & Advanced Automotive Technology
• SPMEPCI (Electric Passenger Cars Manufacturing Scheme)
• FAME / PM-E-DRIVE
• Applicable state-level EV and manufacturing incentives
• Lead engagement with central and state government authorities, industry bodies and regulatory institutions.

Stakeholder & Global Alignment:

- Act as the primary liaison between India operations and global headquarters.
- Build strong relationships with investors, regulators, dealers, suppliers, partners and advisors.
- Represent the company at industry forums, government interactions and strategic negotiations.
Job Essentials:
- Proven leadership experience as CEO / Country Head within the automotive, EV or luxury automobile sector.
- 18-25+ years of total experience, with 8-10+ years in senior leadership roles.
- MBA or equivalent leadership qualification preferred.
- Strong track record of scaling businesses and driving revenue growth.
- Deep understanding of the Indian automotive market, regulatory landscape and consumer behaviour.
- Experience in launching or expanding premium or luxury brands.
- Strong experience in fundraising, investor engagement and strategic partnerships.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build operations from the ground up in a greenfield environment.
- Prior experience working with global HQ / multinational automotive groups is a strong advantage.