I am a marketing professional with experience in Brand Management across the MENA region and a Global Business degree focusing on marketing. I am hardworking, proactive, and dedicated to delivering excellence. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy interacting with stakeholders to add value. I have a keen interest in Branding and Advertising, enabling me to develop and implement brand and marketing strategies, drive brand growth and visibility, and use analytics to boost volume and profitability. My work experience in Dubai, Singapore, and India has made me adaptable in dynamic settings, a strong communicator, and exposed me to diverse business environments. I am passionate about crafting compelling brand stories and delivering measurable marketing impact through innovative communication methods and cross-functional collaboration.

Rucha Navsalkar

I am a marketing professional with experience in Brand Management across the MENA region and a Global Business degree focusing on marketing. I am hardworking, proactive, and dedicated to delivering excellence. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy interacting with stakeholders to add value. I have a keen interest in Branding and Advertising, enabling me to develop and implement brand and marketing strategies, drive brand growth and visibility, and use analytics to boost volume and profitability. My work experience in Dubai, Singapore, and India has made me adaptable in dynamic settings, a strong communicator, and exposed me to diverse business environments. I am passionate about crafting compelling brand stories and delivering measurable marketing impact through innovative communication methods and cross-functional collaboration.

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I am a marketing professional with experience in Brand Management across the MENA region and a Global Business degree focusing on marketing. I am hardworking, proactive, and dedicated to delivering excellence. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy interacting with stakeholders to add value. I have a keen interest in Branding and Advertising, enabling me to develop and implement brand and marketing strategies, drive brand growth and visibility, and use analytics to boost volume and profitability. My work experience in Dubai, Singapore, and India has made me adaptable in dynamic settings, a strong communicator, and exposed me to diverse business environments.

I am passionate about crafting compelling brand stories and delivering measurable marketing impact through innovative communication methods and cross-functional collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Assistant Brand Manager for Allergy & Pediatrics at Nestlé Health Science MENA
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Managed three pediatric brand portfolios across MENA, with the Allergy portfolio delivering YoY growth. Developed brand strategies and launch plans across geographies; planned marketing activities, local branding, created materials, and organized scientific events regionally. Drove innovative health-care professional communications, including NFC-based touchpoints; led the revamp and digital acceleration of corporate websites and guided communications to boost engagement. Led Direct to Health Care Professional (D2HCP) communications; piloted campaigns contributing to 25% participation in a global webinar. Fostered collaborations with internal Nestlé teams and external agencies to support brand growth and managed budgets to meet targets.
YOUth Coordinator Intern/Recruitment Marketing/Employer Branding at Nestlé MENA HO
July 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Conceptualized and executed recruitment marketing and employer branding for YOUth events. Served as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders and coordinated activities across MENA. Assisted in planning, execution, and reporting of events; managed campus outreach and campus relationships.
Marketing Intern at DANS ME
July 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Managed marketing activities, promotional plans and social media; led idea generation, content creation and post design, achieving a 300% increase in Instagram engagement within one month. Developed and redesigned the company website; acted as the primary point of contact for clients; assisted in hiring and onboarding interns; led the marketing department with a small team of interns.
Marketing and HR Intern at Travel Idea
December 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Headed the Marketing Department, planned promotional strategies, and managed marketing activities. Oversaw HR responsibilities including hiring interns, and led LinkedIn page creation with digital posters, videos, and copywriting.
Sales Intern at FxTrading.com
January 1, 2021 - April 1, 2021
Learned basics of Forex trading and was responsible for generating sales leads by reaching potential customers via LinkedIn.
Marketing Intern at Rapid Effects Inc.
May 1, 2019 - Present
Conducted market research and collected data on the company's online presence; maintained the company database; designed and produced brochures for the company app; participated in hiring and onboarding interns; led the marketing department and managed a team of interns.

Education

MSc in Marketing Management with Advertisement at University of Leeds
January 1, 2025 - January 5, 2026
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing (Minor in Finance) at SP Jain School of Global Management
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Mini MBA Certification
January 1, 2025 - January 5, 2026
Leeds Global Industry Project, Consultation Project
January 1, 2025 - January 5, 2026
Social Media Analytics Certification (Quintly)
December 1, 2021 - January 5, 2026
Successful Negotiation Certification (Coursera)
December 1, 2021 - January 5, 2026
Growth Driven Design Certificate (HubSpot Academy)
December 1, 2021 - January 5, 2026
Content Marketing Certification (HubSpot Academy)
September 1, 2020 - January 5, 2026
Best Delegate, Model United Nations (SP Jain School of Global Management)
January 1, 2019 - January 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services