Godrej Group: ESTD: 1897
Godrej Group: ESTD: 1897
Godrej Group: ESTD: 1897
ESTD: 1897
COMPANY PROFILE
Founded 7th May, 1897, Lalbaug, Mumbai
Founder(s) Ardeshir Godrej, Pirojsha Godrej
Headquarters Mumbai New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkatta
India
Key people Adi Godrej (Chairman)
Products Chemicals & Commodities, ITES,
Real
Estate, Appliances, FMCG
Employees 9,700
Website www.godrej.com
Companies 10
Sales Turnover 1.1 billion US $
The Godrej Group is one of the respected business houses of India. The
group has diverse business interests ranging from engineering to personal
care products. Companies operating under the Godrej Group are involved
in a host of businesses - from locks and safes to typewriters and word
processors, from refrigerators and furniture to machine tools and process
equipment, from engineering workstations to cosmetics and detergents,
from edible oils and chemicals to agro products. Godrej Group is also well-
known for its philosophy and initiation of labour reforms.
History
Ardeshir Godrej's relentless quest of self-reliance made him explore newer avenues of opportunities.
Manufacturing Soap was one of them. In the year 1918, Godrej Soaps Limited came into being. In
1920, he revolutionized the Soap industry by manufacturing the first toilet soap purely from
vegetable oils. Before that, animal fat was used in soap manufacture. For his achievement, Ardeshir
Godrej was bestowed with praises from India and from foreign lands too.
Time and again, with the launch of every new product, Ardeshir Godrej changed perceptions in the
Industry by adding exciting new dimensions. Be it the manufacture of the finest range of security
equipment or soap from vegetable oils, the world was thrilled and stunned too. His dream had
become a huge movement, that was carried forward by another just as capable Godrej. The man
who did so, was Ardeshir Godrej's own brother Pirojsha Godrej. He laid the foundation of the Godrej
Empire. His visionary zeal created a garden industrial township called Pirojshahnagar at Vikhroli. It is
today the Corporate Headquarters of the Godrej Group.
The bastion of the Godrej legacy was held high by his sons - Burjorji, Naoroji and Sohrabji. They
carried forward the commitment to quality and excellence. Even today, Godrej products are
comparable to the best in the world. In some way or the other, Godrej touches millions of Indians.
Godrej symbolizes enduring ideals in a changing world. It also epitomizes an innovative zeal that will
shape the vision of tomorrow.
Diverse businesses
From humble beginnings to diverse businesses. The Godrej Group is firmly entrenched in diverse
businesses. Security Systems and Safes, Typewriters and Word processors, Rocket Launchers,
Refrigerators and Furniture, Outsourcing Services, Machine Tools and Process Equipment, Cosmetics
and Detergents, Engineering Workstations, Medical Diagnostics and Aerospace Equipment, Edible
Oils and Chemical, Mosquito Repellents, Car perfumes, Chicken and Agri-products.
Headquartered in Mumbai
Headquartered in Mumbai, Godrej has got offices across India. It enjoys a global presence as well.
The Group's dynamism has made it one of the most remarkable corporate houses in India.
In April 2001, Godrej Industries was formed the consumer products division of Godrej Soaps Limited
was de-merged to form Godrej Consumer Products Limited. In the same year, Godrej Soaps was
renamed Godrej Industries Limited. Godrej Industries expanded its portfolio of products. It added a
slew of investments to its associate companies, while re-inforcing its existing businesses that include
oleo chemicals, veg oils and medical diagnostic equipments.
MISSION
Our Mission is to operate in existing and new businesses, which capitalize on the Godrej
brand and our corporate image of reliability and integrity. Our objective is to delight our
customer both in India and abroad.
We shall achieve this objective through continuous improvement in quality, cost and
customer service. We shall strive for excellence by nurturing, developing and empowering
our employees and suppliers.
We shall encourage an open atmosphere, conducive to learning and team work.
VALUES
Our Values
Commitment to Quality
Customer Orientation
Dedication & Commitment
Discipline
Honesty & Integrity
Learning Organization
Openness & Transparency
Respect/Care & Concern for People
Teamwork
Trust
Awards
GCPL, the Highest Ranked Indian FMCG in Asia's Hot Growth Companies'
List by Business Week
Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. has been ranked 14th in The Best Companies to
Work For study. This study was jointly conducted by Business Today,
Mercer and
Taylor Nelson Sofres (TNS)
Godrej Consumer Products Ranks 6th in ET-Hewitt Best Employers of India
survey
GCPL ranked 15th in Great Places to Work 2006 survey
The Corporate Citizen of the Year Award given by Economic Times.
Flagship brands Goodknight, Cinthol and Ezee selected Superbrands by the
Superbrands Council
Godrej Sara Lee, the JV between the Godrej Group and Sara lee Corporation, USA is
acknowledged the World's largest mat manufacturers and South Asia's largest
manufacturers of Coils.
Godrej Consumer Products Limited, adjudged as a Business Superbrand by the Super
Brands Council.
The Return on Capital Employed and Return on Net Worth ratios of Godrej Consumer
Products - the highest in corporate India.
Godrej Consumer Products was awarded the "Best Managed Workforce" award given
by Hewitt Associates and CNBC TV18.
Godrej Consumer Products features in the Top 25 list of Great Places to Work (survey
conducted by GrowTalent in association with Business World) for four years in a row.
Lifetime Achievement Award for Godrej Industries from CHEMEXCIL, the Basic
Chemicals Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics Exports Promotion Council.
GODREJ GROUP OF INDUSTRIES
BUSINESS FACTS
Continuously expanding marketing and sales infrastructure
• GCPL possesses a well entrenched and established distribution network serviced by a
highly motivated sales organization
• Consistent focus on enhancing reach and presence especially in growing domestic rural
regions as well as international markets
• Sophisticated IT connectivity with distributors
Robust manufacturing and Supply Chain competencies
• State of the art manufacturing facilities spread across the country
• Factories strongly committed to TQM culture, adhering to International & Indian
Standards and systems and following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Sophisticated ERP systems across the business
Well-developed R&D capabilities
• Focus on innovation and development of novel consumer centric products and processes
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Energized and experienced teams
• Strong focus on enhancing skills and competencies across functions through training &
periodic
• Young Executive Board comprising young managers formed as part of a Group initiative
to Devise strategies and identify new opportunities
Corporate Governance
• Envisages attainment of the highest levels of transparency, accountability and equity in
all Facets of its operations and in all its interactions with its stakeholders including
shareholders, Employees, lenders and the Government.
• Committed to achieve and maintain the highest standards of Corporate Governance.
• Ensures that all its actions serve the underlying goal of enhancing overall stakeholder
value Over a sustained period of time.
• The Company continues to enjoy a corporate governance rating of CGR2+ (pronounced
as CGR two plus) and Stakeholder Value Creation Rating of SVG1