Somani brings more than 20 years of experience across digital commerce, omnichannel transformation, e-commerce, category management, business strategy, and P&L leadership. In his new role, he will lead the digital commerce strategy across multiple business verticals within the group.
He will focus on expanding direct-to-consumer (D2C) capabilities, strengthening omnichannel integration, driving marketplace growth, enhancing customer experience, and advancing digital transformation initiatives. His responsibilities will also include increasing digitally influenced sales, building agile cross-functional teams, and accelerating technology-led growth through strategic platform partnerships.
Prior to this appointment, Somani served as AVP | Group Head – Digital Commerce at Godrej Enterprises Group. During his tenure, he played a key role in expanding D2C operations across multiple businesses, leading enterprise-wide omnichannel programs, and driving digital transformation initiatives that improved online business performance.
Earlier, he was Head – Ecommerce & Omnichannel at Godrej Interio, where he helped scale the brand’s digital business. He led several innovative initiatives, strengthened marketplace collaborations, enhanced customer experience, and supported growth across digital channels.
Before joining the Godrej Group, Somani spent more than 7 years at Tata CLiQ, holding leadership positions including Business Head – Large/Small Appliances & TVs, Head – Appliances & TV / Entertainment, and Category Manager – Electronics. He was responsible for category growth, strategic partnerships, business development, digital marketing, customer experience, and revenue optimization.
His earlier professional experience includes leadership roles at Videocon Consumer Durables, VDC Technologies Spa, Videocon Industries, and TATA Communications. These roles helped him build expertise in e-commerce, product management, supply chain operations, international business development, and technology-driven transformation.
With extensive experience in digital commerce, omnichannel retail, customer experience, marketing technology, and business transformation, Somani is expected to play a key role in strengthening Godrej Enterprises Group’s digital capabilities and supporting its long-term growth strategy.
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