Metro Brands appoints Mohit Dhanjal as Chief Operating Officer

Metro Brands Limited, India’s leading footwear retailer, announced the appointment of Mohit Dhanjal as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. With a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence in the retail sector, Dhanjal brings a wealth of experience to his new role.

In his capacity as COO, Dhanjal will be instrumental in spearheading Metro Brands’ operational strategy, overseeing day-to-day operations, and driving process improvements to support the company’s growth initiatives. His deep understanding of the consumer landscape and his ability to build high-performing teams will be invaluable as Metro Brands continues to expand its footprint and strengthen its market position.
“We are delighted to welcome Mohit Dhanjal to the Metro Brands family,” said Nissan Joseph, CEO of Metro Brands. “His extensive experience in the retail industry, coupled with his strategic mindset, makes him an ideal fit to lead our operations. We are confident that his leadership will be instrumental in driving our growth agenda and delivering exceptional value to our customers.”
Dhanjal joins Metro Brands from Reliance Retail, where he served as Chief Revenue Officer for Tira Beauty, leading the group’s entry into multi-brand beauty retailing in the prestige and luxury space in India. With over 30 years of experience in the retail sector, he has held various leadership positions at Sephora (Arvind Fashions), Raymond, and Hindustan Unilever, demonstrating his ability to build and scale high-performing teams and deliver cutting-edge solutions.
“I am thrilled to join Metro Brands at such an exciting time for the company,” said Mohit Dhanjal. “The brand has a strong market presence and a loyal customer base, and I am eager to contribute to its continued success. I look forward to working with the talented team at Metro Brands to drive operational excellence and achieve new heights.”
Dhanjal's diverse career spans multiple sectors, including beauty, consumer goods, telecom, hospitality, and apparel. He has led large businesses through various stages, from creating start-ups to driving accelerated growth and managing established brands.

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