SAURAV SAKET

Co-Founder

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India10 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 12+ years in international B2B business development.
  • Founded a successful specialty chemicals trading venture.
  • Expert in scaling operations across emerging markets.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a B2B specialist in the Specialty Chemicals industry with a focus on international market expansion.

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Skills

Core Skills

International Business DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentProduct DevelopmentOperations ManagementInternational SalesProject Management

Other Skills

SalesMarketingspeciality chemicalsSupply Chain ManagementEmerging MarketsMS ProjectInternational BusinessBusiness-to-Business (B2B)International TradeImport/Export OperationsDistributor ManagementAccount ManagementSales and MarketingNegotiationCarbon Black (Material)

About

12+ years building international B2B businesses in specialty chemicals and industrial raw materials — opening markets, developing distributor networks, and closing complex supply contracts across Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East. Previously held senior commercial roles at Phillips Carbon Black (RPSG Group), managing large international revenue portfolios across multiple geographies. Founded Budcon International, a cross-border specialty chemicals trading venture serving clients across 8+ countries. Currently developing CB Noodles — a proprietary carbon black product targeting rubber, coatings, and plastics markets. I build from scratch, scale fast, and stay close to the customer. If you're building international revenue across emerging markets in chemicals or industrial B2B — let's talk.

Experience

10 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 6 mos
Average Tenure
4 yrs 3 mos
Current Experience

Budcon international

Founder & Director — International Business Development

Jan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos · India · On-site

  • Scaled cross-border specialty chemicals trading to ₹13 Cr+ annual revenue and 1500+ MT trade volume, serving 7–10 active international clients across Africa, South Asia & SE Asia
  • Built distributor and supplier network across 8+ countries — full ownership of partner selection, pricing, contract negotiation, and key account retention
  • Developing CB Noodles — proprietary CB value added product targeting rubber, coatings & plastics manufacturers in untapped markets
SalesMarketingspeciality chemicalsInternational Business DevelopmentBusiness Development

The boring cafe

Partner

May 2019 – Jul 2025 · 6 yrs 2 mos · Patna, Bihar, India · Hybrid

  • Co-founded and managed F&B venture in Patna — overseeing P&L, procurement, and operations
  • Grew to a stable customer base of 150+ daily patrons
SalesMarketingSupply Chain ManagementBusiness DevelopmentOperations Management

Marami energy (an sidf-backed green initiative)

Business Development Lead

Mar 2017 – Oct 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos · Saudi Arabia and New Delhi · Hybrid

  • Led international B2B sales across Africa, Bangladesh & India — closed 350+ MT in carbon black supply contracts
  • Expanded distributor network across 3 new territories, driving 25% YoY revenue growth
SalesMarketingEmerging MarketsInternational SalesBusiness Development

Phillips carbon black limited

2 roles

Sales Manager – International Market

Aug 2014 – Apr 2017 · 2 yrs 8 mos · On-site

  • Oversaw B2B sales and global business development across 12 nations, achieving a turnover of $50 million.
  • Cultivated key partnerships in the MSME sector, enhancing the distributor network significantly.
  • Drove sales growth for leading tire industry players through effective strategic sales management.
SalesMarketingSupply Chain ManagementInternational SalesBusiness Development

Graduate Engineer Trainee and Assistant Project Manager

Jul 2012 – Aug 2014 · 2 yrs 1 mo · On-site

  • Participated in the prestigious 'Discover' GET Program, showcasing leadership potential.
  • Led cost-saving initiatives, including the Railway Siding project and various brownfield projects.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Developed skills in project management, cost analysis, and team leadership.
MS ProjectSupply Chain ManagementProject ManagementOperations Management

Education

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, Bhubaneswar

Delhi Public School, Ranchi

Jan 2008 – Present

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