Max Foods

Max Foods, founded in 1997 by Amit Lohani, is a leading importer, exporter, and marketer of gourmet, specialty foods, confectionery, and beverages in India. Headquartered in New Delhi with mother warehouses in Delhi and Mumbai serving as key distribution hubs, the company specializes in introducing high-quality international brands to the Indian market.

Max Foods distributes its products through an extensive network reaching approximately 10,000 retail outlets, including chains like Reliance Fresh and Spencer’s, as well as 350 pharmacies. It serves prominent clients such as hotel chains including the Sheraton Group and Hyatt Group. The company collaborates with 155 distributors and 42 wholesalers to supply a diverse portfolio focused on food, drinks, and related categories.

Key product categories include savory grocery such as snacks, sweet grocery like cereals, biscuits, and chocolates, and drinks including syrups and juices. Notable brands represented are Nestlé, Schär, Starbucks, Jelly Belly, Milka, and Tostitos. Max Foods employs marketing solutions, including product launch strategies and consumer behavior analysis, to align with market trends.

The company maintains ISO 9001 certification for quality standards and operates its own warehouses and fleet for logistics. With a dedicated sales and marketing team, Max Foods covers organized retail, unorganized retail, travel retail, e-commerce, and HORECA sectors across all Indian states. Its automated warehouse facilities handle products of varying temperature requirements, ensuring tailored distribution for each brand.

Amit Lohani, the founder, holds influential roles such as founding director of the Forum of Indian Food Importers (FIFI) and serves on government committees for food safety standards. His expertise in international trade supports Max Foods' position as a preferred partner for global food and beverage suppliers targeting Indian consumers.