Kia India on Friday announced the appointment of MyungSik Sohn as Chief Sales Officer (CSO) with effect from January 2022.
According to a press release from the company, Sohn has been associated with Kia Corporation for 27 years, and during his last position, he served as General Manager in China. In his current role, he will oversee the planning and execution of sales strategies to drive growth. He will also collaborate with Kia India’s current leadership to expand the brand’s reach in Tier-3 and Tier-4 and upcountry markets.
Sohn has held various leadership positions in China, Mexico, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Korea, and Europe.
Tae-Jin Park, Managing Director and CEO, Kia India, said,“Since our inception, we have been achieving new milestones in the Indian market, and this momentum will only be heightened with Sohn taking charge. Backed by his extensive sales expertise from across continents and export expertise, we are excited to work with him to strengthen our brand’s market position and create new growth streams in the future.”
Sohn said, “The coming years of Kia India look promising, and with the team’s collaborative efforts, I aim to propel the brand’s growth to new heights. I am looking forward to beginning a new journey in my career with the Indian market.”