Rajbir Singh Sethi

Brand & Marketing Lead | Consumer Goods & Pharma
India, IN.

About

Highly accomplished Brand and Marketing professional with over 5 years of experience driving growth and market penetration across consumer goods and pharmaceutical sectors. Specializing in 0-to-1 brand building, multi-channel campaign execution, and new product development, I leverage data-driven insights and strategic partnerships to deliver measurable results. Proven ability to enhance brand recognition, optimize sales performance, and lead high-impact marketing initiatives in dynamic environments.

Work

Stealth Mode (BPC: Hair Care)
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Brand and Marketing Lead

India, India

Summary

Leading comprehensive branding and marketing strategy for a new 0-to-1 hair care brand, overseeing product development, multi-channel campaigns, and market entry initiatives.

Highlights

Spearheaded end-to-end branding and marketing strategy for a new 0-to-1 hair care brand, encompassing pricing, packaging, Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy, and multi-agency coordination.

Developed core brand identity, including brand story, guidelines, proposition, and USPs, informed by in-depth competitive landscape analysis to establish market positioning and tone.

Orchestrated 360-degree campaigns across diverse online platforms (Hotstar, Meta, YouTube, Amazon) and on-ground channels (Metro stations, corporate parks, RWAs, cinemas), enhancing brand visibility.

Managed performance marketing campaigns on Meta, Google, and Amazon, optimizing targeting and bidding to drive digital growth and sales.

Led new product development (NPD) initiatives, from setting pricing and designing packaging with graphic designers to developing two unique brand IPs for enhanced market differentiation.

Managed comprehensive e-commerce listings across multiple platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, Ajio, Myntra, Blinkit, Instamart, Zepto), handling all legal, documentation, and compliance procedures.

CIPLA
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Sr. Brand Manager, Derma Division

India, India

Summary

Managed a portfolio of three prominent hair care brands, driving sales growth, market penetration, and new product development within the derma division.

Highlights

Increased sales of Adgain Plus from -10% to +10% Month-over-Month (MoM) by implementing new communication and marketing tactics.

Boosted brand reminders to doctors from 16% to 50% of covered doctors at the same budget, establishing a new best practice for efficiency and recall.

Formulated comprehensive 3-year strategic brand plans and annual operational plans, resulting in enhanced brand positioning and market penetration for key derma brands.

Spearheaded the ideation and development of new product launches, pipelining one new product to diversify and strengthen the brand portfolio.

Designed new packaging for Adgain through an agency, significantly improving brand recognition and aesthetic appeal.

Conducted comprehensive competitor and market analyses to develop commercial, marketing, and communication strategies aligned with evolving consumer trends.

HONASA Consumer (MAMAEARTH)
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Assistant Sales and Marketing Strategy

India, India

Summary

Drove sales growth and customer engagement through strategic marketing initiatives, data analysis, and influencer management for a leading consumer brand.

Highlights

Managed a portfolio of 5 vendors and collaborated with the sales team to execute merchandising activities across 1000+ shops nationwide, facilitating the offline launch of a new color cosmetic range.

Achieved an average 12% increase in conversion rates (CR) by implementing A/B testing strategies for various product landing pages.

Managed 100 influencers on Instagram and YouTube, alongside PR activities, to significantly increase brand consideration and sales.

Utilized monthly sales data from e-commerce platforms to conduct in-depth analysis of sales performance, identifying growth opportunities and informing strategic decision-making.

Researched and analyzed the global landscape to identify new product lines and target market ideas, leading to the successful launch of make-up with skincare benefits for The Derma Co.

Identified and implemented strategic initiatives to optimize secondary placements for Bblunt and TDC products in general trade channels, resulting in increased sales growth and revenue for both brands.

Eduentry
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International Relation Officer

Remote, Spain

Summary

Managed international relations for a Spain-based company, facilitating teaching abroad programs.

Highlights

Managed international relations for Eduentry, a Spain-based company, focusing on teaching abroad programs.

Coordinated with international partners and educational institutions to facilitate program logistics and participant placements.

Developed communication strategies to support international recruitment and program promotion.

mentorstudents.org
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Transcriber

Remote, India

Summary

Provided transcription services for mentorstudents.org, supporting educational content accessibility.

Highlights

Transcribed educational content for mentorstudents.org, enhancing accessibility for a wider audience.

Ensured accuracy and timely delivery of transcribed materials, contributing to platform content quality.

UBER
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Marketing Consultant

Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Summary

Provided marketing consultation to Uber in Ludhiana, contributing to local market penetration and user engagement.

Highlights

Consulted on local marketing strategies for Uber in Ludhiana, focusing on market penetration and user acquisition.

Analyzed local market trends and consumer behavior to provide actionable insights for targeted campaigns.

Supported the implementation of marketing initiatives to increase brand visibility and rider base within the city.

Volunteer

AIESEC, Ludhiana
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Vice President

Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Summary

Led a key division within AIESEC Ludhiana, focusing on youth leadership and international exchange programs.

Highlights

Served as Vice President, overseeing strategic initiatives and operational management for AIESEC Ludhiana.

Drove engagement in youth leadership development and international exchange programs, fostering global understanding.

Contributed to organizational growth and impact through active participation in leadership committees and events.

Education

IMT Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

PGDM

Marketing

Grade: 7.25 CGPA

GNDEC Ludhiana
Ludhiana, Punjab, India

B. Tech

Mechanical Engineering

Grade: 66.54%

Skills

Brand & Marketing Strategy

Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Growth Strategy, New Product Development, Pricing, Forecasting, Brand Strategy, Category Management, Product Management, Competitor Analysis, Market Analysis.

Digital & Performance Marketing

Performance Marketing, Website Optimization, E-commerce Marketing, Influencer Management, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, A/B Testing, Conversion Rate Optimization.

Campaign Management

ATL & BTL Campaign, Content Creation, Agency Management, Vendor Management, 360-degree Campaigns, Multi-channel Campaigns.

Sales & Business Development

Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy, D2C Sales, Offline Marketing, Sales Performance Analysis, Strategic Initiatives, Secondary Placements.

Data & Analytics

Analytics, Power BI Analysis, Data Analysis, Strategic Decision-making.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Team Management, Agency Management, Vendor Management, Legal & Medical Team Collaboration.

Interests

Hobbies

Coffee, Comics, Music, Backpacking, Reading, Anime.

Professional Interests

Blogging, New Product Development.

Projects

Campaign Manager (I-Pac)

Summary

Managed a 3-month project as Campaign Manager for I-Pac.

International Relations Centre, IMT Ghaziabad

Summary

Served as a Member of the International Relations Centre at IMT Ghaziabad.

Personality Development Workshop ("Pehchan")

Summary

Co-headed a personality development workshop for youth aged 12-19 under “Pehchan” at Lodhi Club, Ludhiana.

Rajbir Singh Sethi