Wakad
Antal International

Pune, India

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Antal Wakad, based in Pune, Maharashtra, is a specialist executive search office of Antal International, delivering recruitment solutions for mid-senior and senior-level professionals across a wide range of industries.

With a strong focus on understanding business needs, we take a consultative approach to talent acquisition, helping organizations identify professionals who can drive growth, innovation, and long-term success. Every hiring solution is tailored to the unique goals and challenges of our clients, ensuring the right talent fit for every role.

Beyond executive search, Antal Wakad also brings deep expertise in the metal cutting industry, partnering with organizations across automotive, auto components, aerospace, energy, tool rooms, die shops, steel mills, and the pipe and tube sectors. By combining industry knowledge with strategic consulting, we help businesses enhance operational efficiency and support sustainable growth.

Backed by Antal International's global network, proven recruitment methodology, and decades of executive search expertise, we connect businesses with exceptional talent while building trusted, long-term partnerships.

At Antal Wakad, our mission is to create meaningful connections that empower organizations and professionals to succeed in an evolving business landscape.

WHO WE ARE
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Amit Shrikrishna Deo

With over 35 years of experience in the metal cutting and precision engineering industry, Amit Deo brings a unique combination of technical understanding, commercial leadership, and deep industry relationships built over three decades.

A Mechanical Engineer with a qualification in Business Management, Amit has spent the majority of his career driving sales, business development, and strategic growth for globally renowned cutting tool companies, including WIDIA, CERATIZIT, and Guhring. Working closely with manufacturers across automotive, aerospace, energy, oil & gas, heavy engineering, bearings, steel, tubes & pipes, and other precision machining industries, he has helped customers solve complex machining challenges through application-led engineering solutions.

Beginning his career in manufacturing provided him with first-hand exposure to production environments and machining processes, creating a strong technical foundation that has shaped his commercial career ever since. This blend of engineering knowledge and business acumen has enabled him to build new markets, establish high-growth industry segments, and develop long-term partnerships with manufacturers across India.

Known for his consultative approach, Amit has successfully developed niche industry segments and built lasting partnerships by combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of customer needs and business challenges.

Frequent engagements with manufacturing facilities across Germany, Austria, and Luxembourg have further strengthened his understanding of global manufacturing practices and emerging technologies, enabling him to bring an international perspective to the Indian manufacturing landscape.

Today, Amit leverages his technical expertise, commercial experience, and extensive industry network to help organisations build stronger engineering teams and make better hiring decisions. His approach to recruitment goes beyond matching résumés to job descriptions—it is rooted in a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, technical competencies, business needs, and the people who drive them.

For clients, this means partnering with someone who understands the manufacturing industry from the inside and is committed to connecting businesses with the right talent for long-term success.

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Key Focus Areas

1. Metal cutting tool and machine tool Industry

We recognise the dynamics of cutting tool and machine tool industry which requires very high resilience to establish quality component output being manufactured under ‘n’ number of variable parameters. The candidates in this industry should be ready to enhance operational efficiency, increase productivity and foster sustainable growth at end customer’s place.

We provide recruitment solutions with skilled sales, application, project and operation professionals who can drive innovation, boost productivity and contribute significantly to the advancement of their organizations and the organizations they serve.

2. Tool rooms and die shops

Tool rooms in any industry viz: Automotive, auto component manufacturer, aerospace, energy and die shops in industries like forging, die casting or foundry needs specialized hiring solutions. Our expertise allows us to identify and attract top talent with the necessary skills and experience to meet the demands of this dynamic field, whose wise solutions in collaboration to ME/PE team eventually decides cost per component of the company.

3. Roll shops in rolling mills

Roll shop in any rolling mill, may it be BRM, Plate mills (CRM or HRM), paper rolling mill, Al sheet rolling mill; is the backbone of rolling mill providing finished new/ refurbished rolls, which decides the quality of final product.

Executives required in these shops should have set skills for best execution. We offer targeted hiring solutions that cater to this industry's unique demands. Our deep understanding of the roll shop equipment (main & auxiliary) enables us to source candidates who possess the technical expertise and industry knowledge essential for success in this field.

Mission & Core Values
Our Mission: Providing quality 5 P’s ensuring Your Success
  • Customised products: To become productive & competitive in your market.
  • Shortlisted people easing Recruitment: Connecting you with top-tier talent.
  • Strategic solutions: Enhancing operational efficiency for best cost per component.
Core Values:
  • Customer Focus: Prioritizing our clients' success through customised solutions.
  • Integrity: Maintaining best standards of honesty and transparency.
  • Continuous Improvement: Helping in achieving high productivity and lowest possible CPC.
  • Teamwork: Emphasizing teamwork to achieve shared goals.

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Why Choose Us?

Antal Wakad is backed by the strength of Antal International's global network, combining local market expertise with over three decades of executive search excellence. Leveraging proven recruitment methodologies, advanced tools, and international best practices, we deliver talent solutions that help organizations build high-performing teams.

We are committed to understanding the unique needs of both clients and candidates, taking a personalized and consultative approach that builds lasting partnerships. With a focus on quality, integrity, and measurable results, Antal Wakad strives to be a trusted partner in helping businesses attract exceptional talent and achieve sustainable growth.

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Area Manager - Sales and Application
Jamshedpur, India
As per industry standards
Full time
A cuting tool MNC who is market leader in niche product range is looking for dynamic professionals from Sales and application as: Job Title – Area Manager – Sales and application Location: JamshedpurExperience: 8–10 YearsIndustry: Cutting Tools / Solid Carbide Tools / Industrial Tooling/Machine toolFunction: Sales, Application, Business Development & Dealer Network Management 1. Position Overview We are seeking a high-performing Sales Manager to drive business growth for our niche product portfolio across the area/territory. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial sales, business development, and channel/dealer network expansion, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets in the cutting tools industry.This role will be Jamshedpur-based, with regular travel in assigned territory like Kolkata & Odisha. 2. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Growth Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for products in basket. Develop and execute sales strategies to increase market share in area. Identify new business opportunities across automotive, engineering, die-mould, aerospace, power generation, oil & gas and general machining industries. Dealer / Channel Development Establish, expand, and manage a robust dealer and distributor network across the area Conduct dealer performance reviews and ensure regular training, support, and engagement. Drive channel-led demand generation and secondary sales growth. Customer Relationship & Key Accounts Build strong relationships with machine shops, OEMs, tier suppliers, and tool rooms. Conduct technical presentations and product demos for end users. Resolve customer issues, provide technical support in coordination with the application team. Market Intelligence Collect competitor insights, market trends, pricing movements, and customer needs. Share periodic MIS reports, sales forecasts, and pipeline updates with management. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with product management and application engineering team for BD. Coordinate with internal supply chain and service teams for timely deliveries. 3. Candidate Profile Must-Have Qualifications 8–12 years of experience in cutting tools domain. Demonstrated ability in business development and dealer/channel network building. Strong technical understanding of machining and thread cutting processes. Experience in managing the territory. Skills & Competencies Strong negotiation and communication skills. Ability to handle technical discussions with customers. Self-driven, target-oriented, and capable of working independently. Proficiency in CRM and sales reporting tools. Willingness to travel extensively in territory as and when needed. 4. Education Degree in Mechanical/production Engineering with 8-10 years or DME with 12-15 years of experience.
Engineering - Mechanical & IndustrialIndustrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
Area Manager - Sales and Application
Delhi, India
As per industry standards
Full time
A cuting tool MNC who is market leader in niche product range is looking for dynamic professionals from Sales and application as: Job Title – Area Manager – Sales and application Location: Delhi-NCRExperience: 8–10 YearsIndustry: Cutting Tools / Solid Carbide Tools / Industrial Tooling/Machine toolFunction: Sales, Application, Business Development & Dealer Network Management 1. Position Overview We are seeking a high-performing Sales Manager to drive business growth for our niche product portfolio across the area/territory. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial sales, business development, and channel/dealer network expansion, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets in the cutting tools industry.This role will be Gurugram/Delhi-based, with regular travel in assigned territory of entire NCR. 2. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Growth Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for products in basket. Develop and execute sales strategies to increase market share in area. Identify new business opportunities across automotive, engineering, die-mould, aerospace, power generation, oil & gas and general machining industries. Dealer / Channel Development Establish, expand, and manage a robust dealer and distributor network across the area Conduct dealer performance reviews and ensure regular training, support, and engagement. Drive channel-led demand generation and secondary sales growth. Customer Relationship & Key Accounts Build strong relationships with machine shops, OEMs, tier suppliers, and tool rooms. Conduct technical presentations and product demos for end users. Resolve customer issues, provide technical support in coordination with the application team. Market Intelligence Collect competitor insights, market trends, pricing movements, and customer needs. Share periodic MIS reports, sales forecasts, and pipeline updates with management. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with product management and application engineering team for BD. Coordinate with internal supply chain and service teams for timely deliveries. 3. Candidate Profile Must-Have Qualifications 8–12 years of experience in cutting tools domain. Demonstrated ability in business development and dealer/channel network building. Strong technical understanding of machining and thread cutting processes. Experience in managing the territory. Skills & Competencies Strong negotiation and communication skills. Ability to handle technical discussions with customers. Self-driven, target-oriented, and capable of working independently. Proficiency in CRM and sales reporting tools. Willingness to travel extensively in territory as and when needed. 4. Education Degree in Mechanical/production Engineering with 8-10 years or DME with 12-15 years of experience.
SalesManufacturing & ProductionFull time
Area Manager - Sales and Application
Mumbai, India
As per industry standards
Full time
A cuting tool MNC who is market leader in niche product range is looking for dynamic professionals from Sales and application as: Job Title – Area Manager – Sales and application Location: MumbaiExperience: 8–10 YearsIndustry: Cutting Tools / Solid Carbide Tools / Industrial Tooling/Machine toolFunction: Sales, Application, Business Development & Dealer Network Management 1. Position Overview We are seeking a high-performing Sales Manager to drive business growth for our niche product portfolio across the area/territory. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial sales, business development, and channel/dealer network expansion, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets in the cutting tools industry.This role will be Mumbai-based, with regular travel in assigned territory includes Kolhapur 2. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Growth Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for products in basket. Develop and execute sales strategies to increase market share in area. Identify new business opportunities across automotive, engineering, die-mould, aerospace, power generation, oil & gas and general machining industries. Dealer / Channel Development Establish, expand, and manage a robust dealer and distributor network across the area Conduct dealer performance reviews and ensure regular training, support, and engagement. Drive channel-led demand generation and secondary sales growth. Customer Relationship & Key Accounts Build strong relationships with machine shops, OEMs, tier suppliers, and tool rooms. Conduct technical presentations and product demos for end users. Resolve customer issues, provide technical support in coordination with the application team. Market Intelligence Collect competitor insights, market trends, pricing movements, and customer needs. Share periodic MIS reports, sales forecasts, and pipeline updates with management. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with product management and application engineering team for BD. Coordinate with internal supply chain and service teams for timely deliveries. 3. Candidate Profile Must-Have Qualifications 8–12 years of experience in cutting tools domain. Demonstrated ability in business development and dealer/channel network building. Strong technical understanding of machining and thread cutting processes. Experience in managing the territory. Skills & Competencies Strong negotiation and communication skills. Ability to handle technical discussions with customers. Self-driven, target-oriented, and capable of working independently. Proficiency in CRM and sales reporting tools. Willingness to travel extensively in territory as and when needed. 4. Education Degree in Mechanical/production Engineering with 8-10 years or DME with 12-15 years of experience.
Engineering - Mechanical & IndustrialIndustrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager - Sales
Indore, India
As per industry standards
Full time
An Multinational company having a vast product basket and recognised as total solution provider in cutting tool business is looking for a Senior Engineers Application. Position of Assistant Manager can be considered for deserving candidates. Qualification: BE/B Tech - Mechanical/Production Experience: 6-9 years of hands on experience Location: Indore Job Description: Achieving Growth and hit Sales Target from Key Accounts. Understanding & Meeting Customer Requirement Generate New Enquiries Manage Different Support Functions - Projects, Application Control on All Receivables Mapping of Customer Development & implement the new sales initiative to push Sales at Key Accounts Study Trend of Market for future Planning & Strategies. Managing Teams for Business Development & Work on Company Goals (Monthly Sales Reviews, Business Development Plans). Planning for Deliveries.
Industrial Equipment & MachinerySalesFull time
Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager - Sales
Jamshedpur, India
As per industry standards
Full time
An Multinational company having a vast product basket and recognised as total solution provider in cutting tool business is looking for a Senior Engineers Application. Position of Assistant Manager can be considered for deserving candidates. Qualification: BE/B Tech - Mechanical/Production Experience: 6-9 years of hands on experience Location: Jamshedpur Job Description: Achieving Growth and hit Sales Target from Key Accounts. Understanding & Meeting Customer Requirement Generate New Enquiries Manage Different Support Functions - Projects, Application Control on All Receivables Mapping of Customer Development & implement the new sales initiative to push Sales at Key Accounts Study Trend of Market for future Planning & Strategies. Managing Teams for Business Development & Work on Company Goals (Monthly Sales Reviews, Business Development Plans). Planning for Deliveries.
Manufacturing & ProductionEngineering - Mechanical & IndustrialFull time
Digital Marketing and social media Manager
Pune, India
As per industry standards
Full time
A rapidly expanding Group, a MNC, is looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Group Digital Marketing & Social Media Manager to leaddigital marketing activities across India, Malaysia and Dubai/UAE.• The person will build the Group's international digital presence, strengthen brand positioning, generate B2B leads, supportsales teams, promote products and applications, and create a consistent digital identity across all three markets.• This is a hands-on managerial role covering digital strategy, content, social media, lead generation, SEO, paid campaigns,website development and analytics. Position: Manager - Digital marketing and social Media Qualification: BBA/MBA with 5-8 years of relevant experience Location: Pune Geographical area: India/Malaysia/UAE Reporting to: Business head/group management Job Responsibilities: 1.Group Digital Marketing Strategy• Develop and execute the annual digital marketing strategy for India, Malaysia and Dubai/UAE.• Build a common digital marketing framework while adapting campaigns to each market.• Establish Solarys as a strong and credible B2B/industrial brand.• Develop digital strategies supporting customer acquisition, distributor development and business growth.• Maintain consistency in Group branding, messaging and visual identity. 2. Social Media Management• Own the Group's presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and relevant B2B platforms.• Develop monthly content calendars covering product launches, technical applications, customer success stories, industrytrends, exhibitions, company achievements and manufacturing capabilities.• Build engagement with customers, OEMs, engineers, purchase teams, distributors and industry influencers.• Primary focus: LinkedIn and B2B digital engagement. 3. International B2B Lead Generation• Generate qualified business enquiries across India, Malaysia and Dubai/UAE.• India: OEMs, industrial customers, distributors, dealers, engineering companies, automotive, aerospace, generalengineering and tool rooms.• Malaysia: industrial customers, OEMs and regional distributors.• Dubai/UAE: UAE industrial companies, GCC customers, distributors, machine-tool and engineering companies.• Own the funnel: Digital Campaign -> Enquiry -> Lead Qualification -> Sales Team -> Opportunity -> Order. 4. Website & SEO• Take ownership of the Group website and regional digital presence.• Maintain current product, application, brochure and technical information.• Develop SEO strategy for India, Malaysia and UAE.• Improve search visibility for important product and application keywords.• Develop technical blogs, application content and campaign landing pages.Monitor website traffic and enquiry conversion. 5. Google & Social Media Advertising• Plan, execute and optimise Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Meta Ads, YouTube and remarketing campaigns.• Campaign objectives include B2B lead generation, product promotion, distributor recruitment, brand awareness, exhibitionpromotion and customer acquisition.• Track campaign spend, cost per lead, qualified leads, conversion rate, customer acquisition cost and ROI. 6. Content & Video Marketing• Develop a technical-content engine for the Group.• Work with Product and Technical teams to create product videos, application demonstrations, short-form videos, technicalexplainers, customer testimonials, case studies, infographics and product comparison content.• Convert complex technical information into simple, professional and commercially attractive content. 7. Exhibition & Event Digital Marketing• Develop pre-exhibition campaigns to promote participation and generate visitor appointments.• Provide live social-media coverage, videos and customer/product content during exhibitions.• Run post-event lead nurturing and measure exhibition-related digital performance. 8. CRM & Digital Lead Management• Ensure every digital enquiry is captured, tracked and assigned to the appropriate sales team.• Coordinate with sales teams in India, Malaysia and Dubai.• Track lead source, lead quality, sales follow-up, opportunities, conversion and revenue.• Prepare monthly Digital Marketing & Sales Funnel Reports for Group Management. 9. Market-Specific Digital Strategy• India: Scale, distributor network, OEM customers, industrial applications and regional opportunities.• Malaysia: Local industrial customers, OEMs, regional distributors and manufacturing clusters.• Dubai/UAE: Premium B2B positioning, UAE customers, GCC market and international distributors. 10. Group Brand Building• Develop Solarys into a professionally positioned international B2B brand.• Build consistent corporate communication, product presentation, leadership communication, digital PR, customertestimonials and thought leadership. 11. Analytics & Management Reporting• Prepare a monthly dashboard covering website traffic and enquiries, LinkedIn growth and engagement, social reach,qualified leads, Google/LinkedIn advertising performance, SEO, email performance, sales-funnel conversion, revenue andmarketing ROI.• Management visibility: Marketing Spend -> Leads -> Qualified Leads -> Opportunities -> Revenue. 12. Team & Agency Management• Coordinate graphic designers, video editors, SEO agencies, digital advertising agencies, website developers, content writersand regional marketing teams.• Brief, monitor and evaluate external agencies and ensure timely delivery.
Engineering - Mechanical & IndustrialIndustrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager - Sales
Aurangabad, India
As per industry standards
Full time
An Multinational company having a vast product basket and recognised as total solution provider in cutting tool business is looking for a Senior Engineers Application. Position of Assistant Manager can be considered for deserving candidates. Qualification: BE/B Tech - Mechanical/Production Experience: 6-9 years of hands on experience Location: Aurangabad (Ch. Sambhajinagar) Job Description: Achieving Growth and hit Sales Target from Key Accounts. Understanding & Meeting Customer Requirement Generate New Enquiries Manage Different Support Functions - Projects, Application Control on All Receivables Mapping of Customer Development & implement the new sales initiative to push Sales at Key Accounts Study Trend of Market for future Planning & Strategies. Managing Teams for Business Development & Work on Company Goals (Monthly Sales Reviews, Business Development Plans). Planning for Deliveries.
Engineering - Mechanical & IndustrialIndustrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
Regional Sales Manager
Bengaluru, India
As per industry standards
Full time
About the companyCompany from Malaysia and based in Pune, is a growing cutting tool company focused on supplying high-performance solidcarbide cutting tools for automotive, aerospace, die & mould, precision engineering and generalmanufacturing industries. We are expanding our distributor network across India and are looking fordynamic professionals to drive regional growth. Position: Regional Sales Manager Location: Bengaluru Key Responsibilities• Develop and appoint new distributors across the assigned territory.• Build channel partners in greenfield markets.• Drive sales of Solid Carbide Endmills, Drills, Reamers, Burrs and Special Tools.• Develop OEM and key industrial accounts.• Provide technical support and product demonstrations.• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets.• Monitor competitor activities and market trends.• Coordinate with application and customer support teams. Candidate Profile BE Mechanical/Production.• 12–15 years' experience exclusively in Solid Carbide Cutting Tools.• Strong distributor development and channel management experience.• Good knowledge of CNC machining and metal cutting applications.• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.• Willing to travel extensively. Key SkillsRegional Sales Management, Solid Carbide Tools, Endmills, Drills, Reamers, CNC Cutting Tools,OEM Sales, Distributor Development, Channel Sales, Technical Sales, Business Development,Territory Management.
Engineering - Mechanical & IndustrialIndustrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager - Sales
Hyderabad, India
As per industry standards
Full time
An Multinational company having a vast product basket and recognised as total solution provider in cutting tool business is looking for a Senior Engineers Application. Position of Assistant Manager can be considered for deserving candidates. Qualification: BE/B Tech - Mechanical/Production Experience: 6-9 years of hands on experience Location: Hyderabad Job Description: Achieving Growth and hit Sales Target from Key Accounts. Understanding & Meeting Customer Requirement Generate New Enquiries Manage Different Support Functions - Projects, Application Control on All Receivables Mapping of Customer Development & implement the new sales initiative to push Sales at Key Accounts Study Trend of Market for future Planning & Strategies. Managing Teams for Business Development & Work on Company Goals (Monthly Sales Reviews, Business Development Plans). Planning for Deliveries.
Manufacturing & ProductionSalesFull time
Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager - Sales
Vadodara, India
As per industry standards
Full time
An Multinational company having a vast product basket and recognised as total solution provider in cutting tool business is looking for a Senior Engineers Application. Position of Assistant Manager can be considered for deserving candidates. Qualification: BE/B Tech - Mechanical/Production Experience: 6-9 years of hands on experience Location: Vadodara Job Description: Achieving Growth and hit Sales Target from Key Accounts. Understanding & Meeting Customer Requirement Generate New Enquiries Manage Different Support Functions - Projects, Application Control on All Receivables Mapping of Customer Development & implement the new sales initiative to push Sales at Key Accounts Study Trend of Market for future Planning & Strategies. Managing Teams for Business Development & Work on Company Goals (Monthly Sales Reviews, Business Development Plans). Planning for Deliveries.

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