L’Oréal India names Raagjeet Garg as Director – Consumer Products Division

L’Oreal India announced the appointment of Raagjeet Garg as Director – Consumer Products Division (CPD). 

He will take over from Pankaj Sharma, who has been elevated to Managing Director - Consumer Products Division, L’Oréal Australia and New Zealand.

In his new role, Garg will be responsible for the accelerated growth of L’Oréal India CPD which houses L’Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, and NYX Professional Makeup. He will lead the company’s initiatives on market growth strategies such as developing innovative product offerings.

Garg has over 20 years of experience in personal care and beauty. He joined L’Oréal in May 2009 and launched Garnier Men in India. Subsequently, went on to lead L’Oréal Paris in India where he developed the e-commerce business for the brand. 

Garg had a stint with L’Oréal Australia in 2019 as the L’Oréal Paris General Manager and then moved to L’Oréal Vietnam as the Business Head - Consumer Products Division.

Aseem Kaushik, Managing Director, L’Oréal India, said, “I am delighted to welcome back Raagjeet as Director, Consumer Products Division in India. His marketing and business prowess will strengthen our vision to be India’s beauty advisor. Raagjeet brings a pioneering spirit and data-driven mindset that will support the transformation of L’Oréal India into a leading Beauty Tech company.”

He further said, “Over the last four years, Pankaj Sharma has played a vital role in shaping our strategic omnichannel direction and growth of our consumer products portfolio. He has a proven track record of leading teams to provide exceptional innovation and experiences for our consumers. We wish him success in his new assignment.”

Garg said, “India is where I began my career with the L’Oréal Groupe and I’m happy to be back. It is an exciting time to be here, given the growing possibilities of the Indian beauty industry. There is a strong consumption need for science-backed and sustainable innovations. As I take on this role, I look forward to elevating standards, inspiring trust, and redefining possibilities in the ever-evolving landscape of beauty in India.”