Saranathan Ramaswamy (‘Sara’) has been with P&G for the past 20 years, holding various leadership roles in sales, marketing, and general management across different countries. Since his appointment as President Director of P&G Indonesia three years ago, Sara has made significant contributions and impactful changes to both the business and the community in Indonesia.
Sara, an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM Calcutta), joined P&G in 2002 as a Key Account Manager in Bangalore, India. In 2019, he served as Country Manager for P&G Gulf Markets in Dubai. Before taking on the role of President Director for P&G Indonesia, he was Vice President & Executive Head of Sales for P&G India. His proven track record of delivering exceptional performance amid intense competition and market disruptions has positioned P&G Indonesia for continued growth.
Under Sara's leadership, P&G Indonesia has not only strengthened its market position but also actively engaged with the community, emphasizing the importance of local consumer insights and values. He believes that Indonesia holds vast potential for the global market and has championed the development of high-quality daily-use products designed to improve the lives of consumers.
Sara remains committed to P&G's role as a force for good and a force for growth, contributing positively to the communities and environments in which P&G operates. He has prioritized building future leaders within P&G Indonesia, fostering an inclusive workplace where employees feel trusted and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Professionally, Sara consistently applies the “Golden Circle” as his guiding principle, believing that clarity and accountability lead to more structured problem-solving. Outside of work, Sara enjoys mentoring young professionals and start-ups. He’s a fitness enthusiast and a marathoner currently working on his world marathon majors.
