Vice President - Construction Chemicals

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Weekday AI (YC W21)

India, Surat, Gujarat Full-Time On-site INR 60–80 LPA

Posted 6 hours ago • Apply by June 9, 2026

Job Description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 6000000 - Rs 8000000 (ie INR 60-80 LPA)

Min Experience: 9 years

Location: Surat

JobType: full-time

Our client is a well-established and rapidly expanding organization within the building materials and construction sector. The company is venturing into the construction chemicals market and aims to create a significant presence throughout India.

The organization is fueled by entrepreneurial leadership, robust market relationships, and a long-term vision aimed at developing scalable businesses. To facilitate this expansion, the company seeks to hire a senior leader capable of establishing and leading the construction chemicals division from the ground up.

Role Overview

We are in search of a seasoned and entrepreneurial Vice President - Construction Chemicals to establish and develop the company's construction chemicals division.

This role represents a high-impact leadership position with full P&L responsibility, where the selected candidate will be tasked with creating the business from the ground up, building distribution networks, and driving market growth.

The initial focus of this role will be on West India, with plans to expand operations across India.

The organization is particularly interested in a professional who can oversee this division akin to a business partner and take charge of both revenue enhancement and operational excellence.

70% of the responsibilities will be centered around sales, market development, and revenue generation, while the remaining 30% will focus on operations, team development, and HR leadership to establish a scalable and high-performing business unit.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Business Strategy & Growth

Formulate and implement the comprehensive business strategy for the construction chemicals division
Establish the business from the ground up, including strategies for market entry, product positioning, and execution of go-to-market plans
Pinpoint high-potential market segments, regions, and applications within the construction sector
Drive significant revenue growth while ensuring strong profitability

P&L Ownership

Assume complete responsibility for the division's Profit & Loss (P&L)
Create annual and long-term business plans, budgets, and growth forecasts
Track key financial metrics, including revenue, margins, operating costs, and ROI

Sales & Market Development

Develop and enhance a comprehensive sales network initially throughout West India
Identify and establish partnerships with distributors, dealers, and channel partners
Forge strong relationships with:

Contractors
Builders & Developers
Infrastructure companies
Architects & Consultants
Government and institutional clients

Distribution & Channel Strategy

Design and execute effective distribution and channel strategies
Grow dealer and distributor networks to ensure strong market penetration
Develop institutional sales and project-based business

Team Building & Leadership

Assemble and lead a high-performing sales, technical, and support team
Hire, mentor, and manage regional sales leaders and key business development professionals
Establish robust operational frameworks, performance systems, and HR practices to sustain business growth

Market Intelligence & Product Strategy

Stay updated on market trends, competitor actions, and customer requirements
Collaborate closely with product and leadership teams to ensure market-aligned offerings
Identify opportunities for new product launches and strategic growth

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Develop lasting relationships with large institutional clients and strategic accounts
Lead high-stakes negotiations and partnerships
Represent the company in industry forums, trade exhibitions, and key client interactions

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong entrepreneurial mindset capable of building businesses from the ground up
Thorough knowledge of the construction chemicals industry
Demonstrated expertise in distribution and project sales models
Extensive network with contractors, builders, developers, and infrastructure firms
Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities
Strategic mindset coupled with strong execution capabilities
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills
Aptitude for driving large-scale business expansion across different regions

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Civil Engineering / Chemistry / Related Field
MBA or similar management qualification preferred
15+ years of experience in the construction chemicals, building materials, or related sectors
At least 5+ years in a senior leadership role with business responsibilities
Proven track record in scaling sales operations and managing P&L

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal applicant should have experience with companies in industries such as:

Construction Chemicals
Building Materials
Infrastructure Solutions
Industrial Chemicals associated with construction

Experience with distributor-driven and project-oriented sales models will be highly regarded.

Why This Role?

This position presents a high-impact leadership opportunity to build and develop a construction chemicals division from the ground up. The role provides considerable strategic ownership, autonomy, and the chance to establish a significant national presence in a rapidly evolving industry.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Business Operations

Business Strategy