Schneider Electric Appoints Jai Sharma as Chief Financial Officer for Greater India Zone
Mumbai: Schneider Electric, the global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Jai Sharma as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Greater India Zone. He succeeds Preeti Gupta Mohanty, who takes over as Senior Vice President – Finance, International Operations, Schneider Electric. This transition reflects Schneider Electric’s strategic focus on building leadership continuity within the organization.
Leadership Transition and Talent Development
The appointment of Jai Sharma and Preeti Gupta Mohanty’s transition to a global role underscore how India not only fuels Schneider Electric’s business growth but also serves as a critical talent hub shaping the company’s global leadership pipeline. According to Deepak Sharma, Zone President, Greater India and MD & CEO, Schneider Electric India, “At Schneider Electric, we take pride in being a people-centric company with a strong growth mindset, where internal talent is encouraged to take on bigger responsibilities.”
Jai Sharma’s Background and Experience
Jai brings with him ~18 years’ experience across financial leadership roles encompassing strategic planning, management accounting, mergers & acquisitions, and working capital management. During his 11 years at Schneider Electric, Jai has held several key positions in Business Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), and Merger Integration. Most recently, as Business Finance Head – India, Jai led the organization’s FP&A function, driving strategic insights and operational excellence across diverse business verticals.
Future Plans and Focus
Expressing his excitement on the new appointment, Jai Sharma said, “I am truly honored to take on the role of CFO for the Greater India Zone and to succeed Preeti Gupta Mohanty, whose leadership has been instrumental in shaping a strong financial foundation for our operations. As we build on this legacy, my focus will be on strengthening our financial strategy to support Schneider Electric’s ambitious growth agenda in India.” With his extensive experience and expertise, Jai is poised to drive operational excellence, enhance business resilience, and contribute meaningfully to Schneider Electric’s mission of enabling a more digital and sustainable future.
