Regional Public Policy Manager - East

Job Title - Regional Public Policy Manager - East Location - Kolkata Regulatory & Policy Management Stay updated on local, state, and national regulations related to the alcohol and beverage industry, with a specific focus on pricing revisions, approvals, and payment policies. Develop a deep understanding of State Government pricing policies, excise regulations, and payment frameworks to effectively represent organizational objectives and recommendations before government authorities. Monitor changes in regulatory and policy frameworks and assess their impact on business operations and commercial activities. Government & Stakeholder Engagement Build, strengthen, and maintain strong working relationships with key government departments and agencies, including State Excise officials, Beverage Corporation representatives, pricing committees, and other regulatory authorities. Maintain continuous engagement and open communication with government stakeholders on matters related to pricing, payments, registrations, and other commercial priorities. Represent the organization in discussions with government authorities to facilitate timely approvals, issue resolution, and policy alignment. Pricing & Commercial Operations Collaborate closely with the Sales and Corporate Affairs teams to understand government pricing policies and establish robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for pricing submissions and approvals. Work with cross-functional stakeholders to finalize pricing matters and ensure execution of all required processes and documentation in compliance with State Excise regulations. Drive timely registrations and approvals, including brand registrations, label registrations, pricing approvals, and related permissions, in partnership with the Commercial team. Payment Management & Process Facilitation Develop a strong understanding of government payment policies, particularly those related to Beverage Corporations, to effectively track receivables and overdue payments. Coordinate with relevant government departments and stakeholders to streamline payment processes and ensure timely settlements. Take ownership of following up on pending payments and resolving payment-related issues with government authorities. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, excise regulations, and statutory requirements related to pricing, approvals, and payments. Respond to statutory notices and regulatory queries related to pricing and payments in consultation with the Corporate Affairs and Legal teams. Support the organization in mitigating regulatory and compliance risks through proactive stakeholder engagement and process governance.