Sanjiv Puri is currently serving as the Chairman & Managing Director of ITC Limited, a prominent Indian conglomerate. He has been in this position since May 2019, contributing to the company’s leadership for over 4 years and 7 months. Additionally, he holds the role of Chairman & Non-Executive Director at ITC Infotech, a subsidiary of ITC Limited, since May 2019.
EDUCATION
In terms of education, Sanjiv Puri is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, where he completed his studies from 1980 to 1985. His multifaceted career reflects his commitment and leadership in the corporate landscape.
CAREER
Before assuming his current responsibilities, Puri served as the Chairman of Surya Nepal Pvt Ltd in Nepal, starting in 2017, and continues to hold this position for over 6 years and 11 months. His association with ITC Limited dates back to 2009 when he served as the Divisional Chief Executive for the ITD (Information Technology Division) for 5 years until 2014.
Puri has demonstrated his leadership capabilities in various roles within ITC Limited, including Managing Director from 2018 to 2019, Chief Executive Officer from 2017 to 2018, and Executive Director from 2015 to 2017. During his tenure, he also took on the role of President, FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) Businesses from 2014 to 2016.
His earlier experience includes a significant tenure at ITC Infotech, where he served as Managing Director from 2006 to 2009. Prior to that, he held the position of Managing Director at Surya Nepal Pvt Ltd in Nepal from 2001 to 2006.
Sanjiv Puri began his career with ITC Limited in 1986, starting as a General Manager. Over the next 15 years, he held various roles, including Branch Manager and others, showcasing his dedication and expertise.
