Chennai, May 6, 2015
Socomec, one of the leading global power solution specialist, today announced the appointment of Sushil Virmani as Managing Director for India operations. In this role, Sushil Virmani will head all four business applications on the company strategic plan and contributing significantly to Socomec growth in this market.
An engineering graduate from Punjab Engineering College, Sushil Virmani is an Industry veteran, who brings over 30 years of industry experience and expertise to the role. He has worked with brands like Eaton, Siemens, BHEL & Numeric Power. Before joining Socomec he was associated with Eaton where he worked as Director – Sales & Service, South Asia for Power Quality and Power Distribution products over the period of 15 years. He has a proven track record in sales, marketing, product, business development and general management leadership roles. He has good understanding of the key market segments such as IT, Data Centre, Education, Healthcare and Manufacturing.
As Socomec targets to increase its penetration into the key market segments and to grow overall business in India, it decided to appoint the local expert who has in-depth understanding of Indian market conditions, practises, proficient command of the language and understanding of culture that can encourage and expected to achieve greater results.
Socomec recently announced the direct promotion of its Power Control & Safety, Energy Efficiency products through its distribution network in India. In continuation of ongoing strategic development and growth plans this appointment marks a significant move for Socomec in this market.
“We thank and congratulate Olivier Tremouille who had contributed significantly to the Socomec excellent performance since 2012 in Indian market. In this period Socomec achieved new heights and laid many milestones. We wish him all the success in the upcoming project with Socomec France Benelux Region. I am thrilled to welcome Sushil who has good potential, superior understanding and expertise in this field. We urge him to continue prove his efficiency and establish Socomec presence very strongly in this market”, said Christophe Brule, Regional IAP Direct of Socomec.
“I am glad and honored to lead Socomec India operations, an innovative company with strong presence in the market. Socomec is very well known for innovative products, advanced technology, after sales support etc. I really look forward to work with such excellent and talented team. With the experience that I have gained so far both in Enterprise and Distribution business, together with team and our valuable partners we can take Socomec to new heights in this market”, said Sushil Virmani, Managing Director, Socomec Innovative Power Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
