About Our Client Our client is a globally recognised leader in specialty industrial lubrication solutions, serving manufacturers across a broad range of industries. With a strong presence in over 30 countries, the company is known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and ability to enhance operational efficiency through advanced engineering solutions. As part of a large international industrial group, it combines global expertise with a strong local footprint and a commitment to sustainable growth - Develop and execute growth strategies for the textile industry segment across India.

- Identify, evaluate, and pursue current business opportunities through direct and distributor channels.
- Strengthen relationships with textile manufacturers, corporate accounts, and textile machinery OEMs.
- Drive customer acquisition while expanding wallet share within existing accounts.
- Understand customer requirements and recommend applicable technical lubrication solutions.
- Analyse market trends, customer needs, and competitive activities to identify growth opportunities.
- Manage key distributors and ensure effective channel performance.
- Deliver commercial excellence through structured account planning and territory management.
- Lead customer presentations, negotiations, contract discussions, and business development initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal technical, marketing, and sales teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
- Maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and provide regular market intelligence and business updates to leadership.





The Successful

Applicant - Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Textile Engineering, or a related discipline.

- Minimum 10 years of experience within the textile industry, industrial consumables, or B2B industrial solutions sector.
- Strong exposure to textile manufacturers, corporate accounts, distributors, and textile machinery OEMs.
- Proven track record in business development, key account management, and sales growth.
- Strong understanding of industrial applications and solution-based selling.
- Demonstrated ability to develop long-term customer relationships and drive commercial outcomes.
- Excellent presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify market opportunities and business trends.
- Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and capable of working independently in a growth-oriented environment.
- Experience managing channel partners and distributor networks is highly desirable. What's on Offer - Opportunity to lead a strategically important textile business vertical.
- Exposure to leading textile manufacturers and global OEM customers.
- Work with a market-leading international organisation known for innovation and technical excellence.
- High visibility with senior leadership and significant growth potential.
- Competitive compensation package, performance incentives, and career progression opportunities.
- Collaborative culture with access to global expertise and best practices.

📌 Head of Textiles (Bengaluru)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Bengaluru