Manager – founder's office (growth & transformation)

Company: Glide Brands (Part of the Group that built The Face Shop, Belif, Dyson & Volta Lux in India)

Location: Worli, Mumbai (Next to Acharya Atre Chowk Metro Station, Aqua Line)

Reporting To: Founders

Build Brands. Launch Businesses. Shape the Future.

At Glide Brands, we identify, build, and scale premium brands across categories. As part of the Founder's Office, you'll work directly with the Founders on high-impact initiatives—from identifying global brands and products to launching new businesses in India.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, research, branding, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Product & Brand Research

Identify global trends, products, and brands with strong India potential. Conduct market research, competitor analysis, pricing, and commercial feasibility. Develop business cases and strategic recommendations for the Founders.

Marketing Communication

Develop brand positioning, value propositions, and go-to-market strategies. Prepare executive presentations, pitch decks, and strategic communication for leadership, investors, and partners.

New Brand Onboarding

Lead end-to-end onboarding and launch of new brands. Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Legal, Product, and Supply Chain teams. Manage launch timelines and build strong relationships with global brand partners.

What You'll Also Do

Evaluate new business opportunities and partnerships. Support Board and leadership presentations. Drive strategic projects and new business initiatives alongside the Founders.

Who We're Looking For

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Full-time MBA from a premier institute such as IIM, IIT (MBA), ISB, XLRI, SPJIMR, FMS, JBIMS, or an equivalent top-tier business school.

Experience

3+ years in Founder's Office, Strategy, Management Consulting, Product Strategy, Brand Management, Growth Strategy, or Business Development. Experience working with Founders or CXOs is highly preferred.

What Makes You Successful

Strong product & brand research capabilities. Excellent marketing communication and storytelling skills. Proven experience in launching new brands and managing cross-functional projects. Strategic thinker with commercial acumen, high ownership, and exceptional execution skills.

Why Join Glide Brands?

You'll work directly with the Founders to identify global opportunities, launch iconic brands, and shape the next phase of growth. If you're looking for a role with real ownership, visibility, and the chance to build businesses—not just manage them—this is your opportunity.