Manager Data Centers

Sika AG; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika AG, a global leader in building materials, seeks a National Data Center Sales Leader to drive growth across India. You will engage key stakeholders, influence design specifications, and shepherd opportunities through tendering to project delivery.

The role demands deep industry networks with developers, consultants, and PMCs and a proven track record in large-scale infrastructure accounts. Responsibilities include defining national growth strategies, managing the project pipeline, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required or preferred.
• MBA in Marketing/Business Management adds advantage.
• 8–10 years of experience in construction chemicals, building materials, real estate or infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the national growth strategy for the Data Center segment across India.
• Build relationships with Data Center operators, developers, consultants, architects, PMCs, contractors, and key decision-makers.
• Influence specifications at the design stage and convert opportunities into business.
• Own the project lifecycle from concept, specification, and tendering through execution and closure.
• Partner with regional and zonal sales teams to secure and deliver strategic projects.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities within the Data Center ecosystem.

Skills

Strategic account management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Sales strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MBA in Marketing / Business Management

Job description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2024, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.76 billion.

Job Description

Drive the National Data Center business strategy by engaging key stakeholders across the value chain, influencing specifications, and owning end-to-end project conversion to deliver sustainable sales growth across India.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the national growth strategy for the Data Center segment across India.
• Build strong relationships with Data Center operators, developers, consultants, architects, PMCs, contractors, and key decision-makers.
• Influence specifications at the design stage and convert opportunities into business.
• Identify and drive opportunities across upcoming and ongoing Data Center projects for Waterproofing, Roofing, Flooring, Refurbishment, and related solutions.
• Own the project lifecycle from concept, specification, and tendering through execution and closure.
• Partner with regional and zonal sales teams to secure and deliver strategic projects.
• Manage and track the national project pipeline, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and project conversion.
• Conduct technical presentations, workshops, customer engagement programs, and value-engineering discussions.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities within the Data Center ecosystem.
• Act as the single point of accountability for driving sales growth and strategic account development within the Data Center segment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• MBA in Marketing / Business Management will be an added advantage
• 8–10 years of experience in construction chemicals, building materials, real estate, or infrastructure industries.
• Strong exposure to handling key developers and large project accounts at regional level.
• Experience in driving specification and project management preferred.
• Strong network with leading developers, consultants, and PMCs across India.

Additional Information

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.