Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd. has appointed Arpan Sharma as Head New Categories & Strategic Initiatives, Automotive, marking a key leadership development within the organisation. The appointment reflects the company’s focus on expanding automotive business segments and strengthening long-term strategic execution in a rapidly evolving mobility landscape.
Sharma brings over 15 years of diverse experience across automotive, aftermarket, consulting, and digital ecosystems. His new mandate includes driving innovation, identifying growth adjacencies, and building scalable business categories aligned with the company’s broader automotive ambitions.
Strong Leadership Experience Across Automotive and Digital Platforms
Prior to joining Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd., Sharma served as Vice President & Business Head at Cars24, where he contributed to scaling operations and shaping business strategy. His professional journey also includes consulting roles at Accenture and Tata Strategic Management Group, strengthening his expertise in strategic planning and execution.
Earlier in his career, he worked at Cummins Inc., leading sales, marketing, and dealer channel operations. This cross-sector exposure provides him with a comprehensive understanding of automotive value chains and customer ecosystems.
Strategic Focus on New Automotive Growth Areas
An alumnus of Indian Institute of Management Mumbai with an MBA in Marketing, Sharma combines strategic insight with operational execution. His appointment comes at a time when automotive and energy storage players are diversifying portfolios and exploring new categories amid electrification and digital transformation.
By strengthening leadership around new initiatives, Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd. is positioning itself to capture emerging opportunities and create sustained value within the automotive sector.