Arvind Deshmukh

Arvind Deshmukh is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business management and sales within the chemical and materials sectors. Currently serving as General Manager and Global Key Account Manager at BASF India since June 2005, Arvind leads business management for Cellasto in the Performance Materials Division, overseeing sales, account strategy, and relationship management for various industries, including automotive and construction. Prior roles at BASF include Head of Sales and Engineering and Segment Manager for Cellasto, where responsibilities encompassed market development and P&L management. Arvind's earlier career includes positions at Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd and Kadakia Plastics and Chemicals, focusing on technical sales and product development. Arvind's educational background includes a Master of Marketing Management from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, a Diploma in Marketing Management from Welingkar Institute of Management, and a Bachelor of Technology in Chemicals from North Maharashtra University.