Vandana Kamra
About Vandana Kamra
Vandana Kamra is the Regional Category Head Marketing IndoChina at SC Johnson, based in Kuala Lumpur, with a rich experience of 15 years in various marketing roles across multiple regions and industries.
Professional Experience at SC Johnson
Vandana Kamra currently serves as the Regional Category Head Marketing IndoChina (Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar) at SC Johnson, based in Kuala Lumpur. She has a diverse background with SC Johnson, previously holding roles such as Category Head Marketing in the New Delhi Area, India (2012-2014), Global Marketing Manager for Air Fresheners in Racine, Wisconsin, USA (2010-2012), and Senior Brand Manager for the Allout Brand (2007-2009).
Work Experience in Consumer Goods
Before rejoining SC Johnson, Vandana Kamra worked at Dabur India Limited as a Senior Product Manager (2006-2007) and at Godrej Consumer Products as a Management Trainee and later Assistant Brand Manager in the Mumbai Area, India (2001-2005). Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong capability in various categories including Personal Care, Skin Care, Health Care, and Household Care.
Educational Background in Marketing and Economics
Vandana Kamra holds a Master of Management Studies (M.M.S.) with a specialization in Marketing from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (1999-2001). She also earned a Bachelor of Economics from Patna Women's College (1992-1998). Her early education includes attending Notre Dame Academy in Patna (1988-1992) and Loreto Convent in Ranchi (1983-1986).
Track Record of Achievements in Marketing
Vandana Kamra has successfully led the market share increase by 200 basis points within just 4 months of joining SC Johnson in the IndoChina cluster. She has played a pivotal role in the market share and profitability turnaround for well-known brands such as Allout, Glade, Mr. Muscle, and Dabur Gulabari. Her ability to deeply understand consumer behavior has been key in designing successful marketing strategies.
Skills and Management Style
Recognized for her 'never say die' attitude, Vandana Kamra is known for her strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and participatory management style. She has a natural ability to generate new ideas and the courage to implement them, leading to successful business turnarounds. Her strong passion for design and aesthetics enables her to balance the art and science of marketing effectively.