Schneider Electric, a global leader in digital transformation, energy management, and automation, has announced the appointment of Mr. Jai Sharma as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Greater India Zone. He takes over from Ms. Preeti Gupta Mohanty, who has been elevated to the role of Senior Vice President – Finance, International Operations at Schneider Electric.
This leadership change highlights Schneider Electric’s ongoing focus on building internal talent pipelines and strengthening leadership continuity within the organization.
A Strategic Leadership Transition at Schneider Electric
The appointment reflects the company’s people-first culture where employees are encouraged to take on expanded roles and contribute across geographies. India has emerged not just as a high-growth market for Schneider Electric but also as a critical global talent hub, driving leadership development for international operations.
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Preeti Gupta Mohanty’s transition from a leadership role in India to a global mandate underlines India’s strategic importance in shaping the company’s leadership pipeline.
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Jai Sharma’s promotion showcases Schneider Electric’s practice of nurturing talent internally, with a clear focus on succession planning and long-term business sustainability.
Leadership Endorsement from Schneider Electric India
Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Deepak Sharma, Zone President – Greater India and MD & CEO, Schneider Electric India, said:
“At Schneider Electric, we take pride in being a people-centric organization with a growth mindset. Jai’s journey within the company reflects this culture of nurturing talent, while Preeti’s transition to International Operations highlights India’s position as a key global talent hub. I am confident that under Jai’s financial leadership, we will further enhance business resilience, accelerate growth, and drive sustainable profitability.”
Jai Sharma’s Vision as CFO, Greater India Zone
Expressing his enthusiasm, Mr. Jai Sharma stated:
“It is an honor to take on the role of CFO for the Greater India Zone and succeed Ms. Preeti Gupta Mohanty, who has built a strong financial foundation for our operations. My focus will be on strengthening financial strategy, supporting Schneider Electric’s growth agenda in India, and enhancing operational excellence. Together, we aim to drive resilience, profitability, and contribute to Schneider Electric’s mission of enabling a more digital and sustainable future.”
Jai Sharma’s Professional Journey
Bringing nearly 18 years of rich experience in financial leadership, Jai Sharma has expertise across:
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Strategic planning
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Management accounting
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Mergers & acquisitions
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Working capital management
Career at Schneider Electric
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Over the past 11 years at Schneider Electric, Jai has held several senior roles in Business Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), and Merger Integration.
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Most recently, he served as Business Finance Head – India, where he led the FP&A function, delivering strategic insights and driving operational excellence across multiple business verticals.
Previous Experience
Before joining Schneider Electric, Jai spent nearly six years with Tata Teleservices Ltd, where he held leadership roles in Financial Planning & Analysis.
A Chartered Accountant by profession, Jai also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Delhi University
