Knauf India, Drywall & Ceiling Solutions Company has appointed Gaunik Jeet Singh as its new Head of Marketing. An alumnus of Indian School of Business (ISB) and with over 19 years of experience in brand management and marketing, Singh brings a strategic vision to strengthen Knauf India’s multi-channel marketing efforts and build a strong, differentiated presence in the Indian building and construction industry.
Prior to joining Knauf India, Singh served as Category Head at Hero MotoCorp, where he led the strategic marketing direction for some of the brand’s top-performing product categories. He has also held key roles at AkzoNobel (Dulux Paints), Airtel, and Spice Mobility. Throughout his career, Singh has successfully driven growth, brand positioning, and market presence for premium product categories across various consumer touchpoints. In his new role at Knauf India, Singh will lead the company’s marketing function, drive brand visibility, and drive a communication strategy that aligns with Knauf’s global vision while resonating with the Indian construction ecosystem.
Expressing his excitement for his new role, Gaunik Jeet Singh said, “I am excited to be part of Knauf India’s journey. The brand has a strong foundation and there’s a real opportunity to build a deeper awareness and connect meaningfully with our stakeholders. I look forward to working with the team to further elevate Knauf’s brand in India and beyond.”
Sumit Bidani, CEO of Knauf India, shared his confidence in Singh’s appointment and said, “We are delighted to welcome Gaunik to the leadership team. His strong track record in building premium brands and leading high-impact campaigns makes him an excellent fit for Knauf India. We are confident that his strategic thinking and creativity will strengthen our brand narrative and deepen stakeholder engagement.”
This strategic move reflects Knauf India’s continued commitment to building a strong, differentiated brand in the building materials industry. With a sharpened marketing focus under Singh’s leadership, the company aims to further enhance brand equity, reinforce market positioning, and drive accelerated growth in India’s dynamic construction landscape.
