Jayant Sonawane

Background

About Jayant Sonawane

Strategic and data-driven professional with cross-functional experience in market research, business development, and international expansion across the automotive sector. Worked directly with executive leadership to drive greenfield market entry, product–market fit analysis, and go-to-market execution in West and Central Africa (Mali, Guinea, Liberia, Congo Rep). Led vendor engagement and negotiated distributorship frameworks with global OEMs including GWM, FAW Bestune, Force Motors, and Ashok Leyland. Built TAM/SAM/SOM models, conducted regulatory risk mapping, and developed pricing and localization strategies in Guinea, Mali Also authored tax reform reports in automotive, energy, and electronics—presented to Guinean ministers—to inform industrial policy and import strategy. Focused on structured thinking, market intelligence, and execution under uncertainty. Open to roles in strategy, consulting, and global business development.