Titan appoints Hardik Mehta as head – commercial (International business division,  jewellery)

BENGALURU: A new jewel has been added to Titan’s leadership crown. Titan Company Limited has appointed seasoned finance and business leader Hardik Mehta as head – commercial for the International Business Division of its jewellery business, where he will lead commercial strategy for the global expansion of Tanishq.

Mehta joins Titan after a distinguished career spanning nearly two decades across finance, business transformation, governance, international operations and strategic leadership roles in India and overseas markets.

In his new position, based in Bengaluru, he will oversee commercial operations for Tanishq’s international business as the jewellery brand continues to strengthen its presence in global markets and take Indian craftsmanship to a wider international audience.

The appointment marks the end of a five-year journey at Schneider Electric, where Mehta held a series of senior leadership positions. Most recently, he served as senior general manager, overseeing business finance portfolios across the Power Products Division, National Sales, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh territories while continuing to support the Digital Energy Division.

Prior to that, he was general manager and finance business partner for the Digital Energy Division between October 2023 and January 2025, following a stint as deputy general manager and finance business partner from July 2021 to September 2023.

Before relocating to India, Mehta spent almost four years in Indonesia with PT. Tamco Indonesia, first as head of finance under the ownership of Larsen & Toubro and later following the company’s acquisition by Schneider Electric. During that period, he played a key role in financial restructuring, compliance management and the transition of the business following the sale of Larsen & Toubro’s Electrical & Automation division.

One of his notable achievements included converting loans worth approximately Rs 43 crore into capital, helping improve the subsidiary’s financial position and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Earlier in his career, Mehta spent more than nine years with a Larsen & Toubro subsidiary, managing finance and accounting functions, treasury operations, foreign exchange risk management, budgeting, audits and working capital planning. His corporate experience now spans more than 18 years across India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

Academically, Mehta is a chartered accountant from the The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, having cleared all examinations in his first attempt. He also holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from Veer Narmad South Gujarat University.

Reflecting on his departure from Schneider Electric, Mehta described the company as instrumental in shaping his leadership philosophy.

He said the experience strengthened his belief that strong leadership is built on accountability, collaboration, resilience and a relentless focus on creating value. He also thanked colleagues and mentors who had contributed to his professional journey.

Announcing his new role, Titan Company Limited head – commercial (international business division, jewellery) Hardik Mehta said joining Titan represented both an honour and a significant responsibility.

He noted that the Tata Group and Titan are recognised not only for business excellence but also for values, trust and nation-building. He added that as Tanishq expands its international footprint, he looks forward to leading the commercial strategy for the division, building global partnerships and contributing to the next phase of growth.

The move brings a finance leader with deep experience in transformation, governance and international markets into one of India’s most recognised consumer brands. As Tanishq accelerates its global ambitions, Mehta’s cross-border expertise could prove to be a valuable asset in shaping the brand’s next chapter beyond India.