Kaustabh Acharya

About Kaustabh Acharya

Sustainable Business Strategist | Greenfield & P&L Expert | 22+ Yrs Across Banking, Telecom, Digital & EV | Transformation Leader Professional with over two decades of experience across Banking, Telecom, Online Classifieds, and Electric Mobility—building and scaling high-impact businesses across India. Brings strong expertise in greenfield ventures, P&L ownership, brand strategy, and organizational leadership, with a clear focus on sustainable growth and operational excellence.A key contributor to IKEA’s Zero-Emission Delivery initiative, leading the transition to 100% electric last-mile logistics across major Indian cities. This reflects a deep commitment to integrating environmental responsibility with business performance.Over the course of a dynamic career, has led large, cross-functional teams, driven business transformation, and turned around underperforming units through strategic execution and data-driven decision-making. Recognized for building robust distribution networks, launching market-first initiatives, and delivering consistent revenue growth across diverse sectors.Believes in leading with purpose, developing empowered teams, and building future-ready solutions that create lasting value for both business and society.

Experience

1. Responsible Sourcing Leader

   IKEA

   Sep 2025 — Present

   Zero Emission Deliveries I Social Entrepreneurship I IWAY I Sustainability

Education

• Mount Assissi School

  ICSE and ISC

• NIILM-CMS

  MBA

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Marketing and Sales

Skills

• Mis
• Key Account Management
• Relationship Management
• Business Strategy
• Outsourcing
• Sales Management
• Sales
• Analytical Skills
• Credit
• Vendor Management
• Business Development
• Product Management
• Portfolio Management
• Loans
• Cross Selling
• Crm
• Banking
• Team Management
• New Business Development
• Operations Management
• Retail Banking
• Market Research