Footwear retailer Metro Brands Ltd has announced the appointment of Mohit Dhanjal as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective from 1st August 2024.
In his new role, Dhanjal will be responsible for driving operational excellence and process improvements to support the company’s growth initiatives. He will oversee day-to-day operations and shape the strategic direction of the company.
“We are thrilled to welcome Mohit Dhanjal to our executive team,” said Nissan Joseph, CEO of Metro Brands Ltd. “Mohit’s extensive experience in Fashion and Lifestyle Retail, coupled with his visionary approach to cater the new-age customer, makes him a great fit to lead MBL’s operational strategy. We are confident that he will play a key role in accelerating our innovation and enhancing our competitive edge.”
“I am excited to join Metro Brands Ltd at such a pivotal time in its growth journey,” said Mohit Dhanjal. “I look forward to working with the multi-talented team here to help accelerate Metro’s strategic priorities and deliver exceptional value to our customers.”
Dhanjal joins Metro Brands Ltd from Reliance Retail, where he served as Chief Revenue Officer for Tira Beauty and led the group’s entry into multi-brand beauty retailing in the prestige and luxury space in India. With over 30 years of experience in the retail sector, Dhanjal has held leadership positions at Sephora (Arvind Fashions Ltd), Raymond Ltd, and Hindustan Unilever.
Metro Brands Ltd, listed on BSE (543426) and NSE (METROBRAND), is one of India’s largest footwear specialty retailers. The company operates 836 stores across 193 cities in 31 states and union territories as of March 31, 2024. Metro Brands offers a wide range of branded products for men, women, and children, including footwear, handbags, belts, and wallets.
The company retails its own brands such as Metro, Mochi, Walkway, Da Vinchi, and J. Fontini, along with third-party brands like Crocs, Fitflop, Fila, Skechers, Clarks, Puma, and Adidas.