Wavemaker India wins Reckitt's media mandate worth Rs 1,600 crore

GroupM's Wavemaker India has won the integrated media mandate for global FMCG giant Reckitt India.

Under this new partnership, Wavemaker will be responsible for handling the media strategy, planning, buying and implementation for all mass and digital media. The media agency will lead the mandate for Reckitt’s brands across health, hygiene, and nutrition portfolios such as Dettol, Durex, Mortein, Harpic, Lizol, Strepsils, among others.

Wavemaker India won the competitive pitch which included Initiative and the incumbent Dentsu in the final round.

The account size is pegged between Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,600 crore, sources had earlier told BestMedianfo.com.

Wavemaker India won the competitive pitch which included Initiative and the incumbent Dentsu in the final round.

Dilen Gandhi, Regional Marketing Director, South Asia – Health and Nutrition, Reckitt, said, “Reckitt is one of the leading consumer products brands in the Indian market with a diverse product portfolio. At Reckitt, we are always looking out to strategically align ourselves to the ever-changing consumer needs and improve our connect with them. As a result of a global decision, we are glad to welcome Wavemaker on-board and are confident of their domain knowledge and media buying clout. Their experience will help us enhance saliency across our brands and drive media efficiencies.”

Saurabh Jain, Regional Marketing Director, South Asia - Hygiene, Reckitt, said, “We welcome Wavemaker, our newest partner, and believe their comprehensive understanding of the media landscape will position us at the forefront of media innovation, endearing our brands to all stakeholders. The decision to change has been made in alignment with our global processes. We would like to thank the Dentsu team for their unwavering dedication in establishing our power brands over the past years.”

Ajay Gupte, CEO - South Asia, Wavemaker, said, “We are absolutely ecstatic to have been selected as Reckitt's esteemed media agency partner. Securing the consolidated media mandate for Reckitt's iconic brands not only recognises our profound comprehension of the ever-evolving media landscape but also showcases our exceptional proficiency in crafting groundbreaking solutions for our clients. With Reckitt's illustrious heritage, we wholeheartedly dedicate ourselves to delivering unparalleled media and communications strategies that set new benchmarks in the industry.” 

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