Kia India Appoints Atul Sood as Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing

Kia India has announced the appointment of Mr. Atul Sood as its new Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, effective July 11, 2025. He will report to Mr. Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India, and will be responsible for leading the company’s sales strategy and nationwide operations.

Mr. Sood brings with him nearly 30 years of experience in the Indian automotive industry, with a strong track record in business growth, dealer network development, and customer-focused innovations. Before joining Kia, he was President and Director at Toyota Mobility Solutions and Services India (TMSS), where he played a key role in launching and expanding Toyota’s certified pre-owned car outlets across India.

He has also held key positions at Toyota Kirloskar Motors and Toyota Motor Asia Pacific, contributing significantly to Toyota’s growth in the region. Mr. Sood holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing from SCMHRD, Pune, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology.

Welcoming him to the team, Mr. Gwanggu Lee, MD & CEO of Kia India, said,

“We are delighted to welcome Atul Sood to Kia India. His deep industry experience and strong leadership will be instrumental as we continue to grow our presence and deliver world-class experiences to Indian customers.”

Sharing his excitement on joining Kia India, Mr. Atul Sood said,

“I’m thrilled to be joining Kia at such a pivotal time in its journey. Kia is known for its innovation and customer-centric approach, and I’m looking forward to working with the team to drive growth and deliver great value to our customers across the country.”

With his vast experience and future-ready mindset, Mr. Sood is expected to play a crucial role in accelerating Kia India’s next phase of growth and strengthening its leadership in the Indian automobile market.