Chirag Santosh
About Chirag Santosh
Chirag Santosh is an Assistant Manager in Sales Marketing at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering and experience in managing key accounts with major steel manufacturers and OEMs.
Work at Kennametal
Chirag Santosh has been employed at Kennametal as an Assistant Manager Sales Marketing since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for managing key accounts with major steel manufacturers and OEMs, including Tata Steel, VIRAJ, Reliance Jamnagar, TPP Boilers, Pradman, and Steefo. He monitors and reports on market activities, including competitor analysis, to inform management decisions. Additionally, he coordinates with design, product management, and manufacturing teams to support new product development initiatives.
Previous Experience at SPM INDIA LTD
Before joining Kennametal, Chirag Santosh worked at SPM INDIA LTD as a Senior Design Engineer from 2008 to 2010. During his two years at the company, he contributed to various engineering projects, leveraging his expertise in mechanical engineering.
Career Progression at Kennametal
Chirag Santosh initially joined Kennametal as a Senior Executive Engineer, where he worked from 2010 to 2016. Over the course of six years, he developed a strong foundation in engineering and sales, which facilitated his transition to the role of Assistant Manager Sales Marketing.
Education and Expertise
Chirag Santosh has a solid educational background in mechanical engineering. He completed his Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from Sri Jayachamrajendra Government Polytechnic from 2004 to 2007. He further pursued a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering at Mysore University from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he studied German Language and Literature at the Goethe Institute, achieving language training.
Engagement with Government and Defense Agencies
In his current role, Chirag Santosh engages with government and defense agencies to expand the customer base and sales opportunities. This strategic engagement is part of his broader responsibilities in sales and marketing, focusing on developing application strategies for advanced wear products, including Sintered, Finished, Conforma Cladded (carbide coating), and Ken cast.