MUMBAI — Colgate-Palmolive has appointed Hardik Jhaveri as the Senior Director-Marketing for its South ASEAN hub. Jhaveri announced the move on LinkedIn, expressing his enthusiasm for returning to the consumer goods giant where he previously spent over a decade.
The appointment underscores the company’s focus on leveraging seasoned leadership to drive market share across the high-growth South ASEAN region.
Key Highlights:
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Strategic Return: Jhaveri returns to Colgate-Palmolive after a three-year stint as General Manager at Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
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Deep Institutional Knowledge: He previously spent 13 years at the company, serving in multiple senior leadership roles across various business functions.
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Regional Mandate: In his new role, he will spearhead marketing strategies for the South ASEAN hub, a critical territory for the brand’s global growth.
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Industry Veteran: His career includes significant experience at other FMCG powerhouses, including Unilever, as well as the advertising firm Bates David Enterprise.
Professional Journey:
| Organization | Role | Tenure |
| Colgate-Palmolive | Senior Director-Marketing (South ASEAN) | 2026 – Present |
| Hill’s Pet Nutrition | General Manager | 3 Years |
| Colgate-Palmolive | Senior Leadership Roles | 13 Years |
| Unilever | Various Marketing Roles | Early Career |
