Aug 2018 – Mar 2023 · 4 yrs 7 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• As the HR Leader for Coca-Cola's largest company owned bottling operations covering India sub-continent, my focus was on Talent, Organizational capability, Refranchising, HR Technology and engagement.
• ✅ Designed and implemented high impact programs in Talent Management, Total Rewards, Digital Learning, and Future of Work, directly contributing to business agility and workforce readiness.
• ✅ Spearheaded HR strategy and service delivery for Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, The Coca-Cola Company’s largest company owned bottling operation, overseeing 16 manufacturing plants and national sales/marketing operations.
• ✅ Led and developed a 120+ member HR team, driving end-to-end HR transformation across markets and functions.
• ✅ Championed Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Employee Engagement initiatives, leading to measurable improvements in culture and retention.
• ✅ Accelerated digitalization of HR services, streamlining processes and enhancing employee experience through automation and analytics.
• ✅ Built robust employee relations frameworks and governance, enabling consistent compliance and industrial harmony across plants and regions.
• 🏆 Recognized by ETHR among the Top 50 HR Thought Leaders in India 2022

Apr 2015 – Jun 2018 · 3 yrs 2 mos

• ✅ Led the transformation of the HR function into a progressive, enterprise wide business partner model, integrating cross sector collaboration through Centers of Excellence. Unified HR operations directly to serve 6,000+ employees and associates, and delivered a seamless and enhanced employee experience.
• ✅ Partnered with the sector Managing Directors and provided strategic thought leadership across key areas including reputation management, external outreach, innovation, talent strategy, diversity & inclusion, employer branding, governance, and business conduct. This led to better alignment and collaboration among the cross sector teams.

Sep 2010 – Mar 2015 · 4 yrs 6 mos

• ✅ Led the HR function supporting 1,100+ employees, including two manufacturing plants, with full accountability for people strategy and operations.
• ✅ Pioneered early talent development through the IRDP program, building a strong pipeline for future leadership collaborating with the global recruiting team.
• ✅ Led multiple organization redesign projects, restructuring, and simplification, backed by deep business partnering and a focus on agility.
• In addition, served as BUHR partner for the Diabetes Care franchise and IT function for Medical Devices across Asia Pacific, focusing on:
• Regional HR strategy & partnerships
• Talent development across borders
• Building future-ready organizational capabilities
• This role deepened my belief in HR as a business enabler especially when embedded directly into business transformation.

Jul 2008 – Sep 2010 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Hyderabad Area, India · On-site

• ✅ Provided end-to-end HR leadership and supported the build up of the Petfoods and Chocolates businesses from the ground up by transforming them from startup stage to profitable, scalable operations.
• ✅ Key contributor to Mars India’s HR strategy, endorsed by the Board, with a focus on:
• Organization design
• Leadership transitions
• Separation of the multi sales structure into two high performing business segments of Petfoods and Chocolates
• Early phase M&A and integration of Wrigley’s acquisition
• ✅ Led an enterprise wide OD intervention in partnership with Guttman Development Strategies (USA) to drive leadership alignment and accelerate execution.
• ✅ Guided talent and succession planning for Finance and Supply Chain teams across India, Africa, and the Middle East, strengthening regional capability and readiness.

Oct 2005 – Jun 2008 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Bangalore, India · On-site

• ✅ Led cross functional teams for M&A due diligence and post merger integration, impacting 250+ employees across multiple markets. Ensured smooth transitions and alignment with global HR standards.
• ✅ Provided Compensation & Benefits expertise to support the NBC–NDTV joint venture, and played a critical role in aligning pay practices and governance.
• ✅ Led annual regional benchmarking studies, resulting in cost reduction, redesigned process and changed policies across compensation, benefits, and policy frameworks.
• ✅ Oversaw International Mobility programs for Asia Pacific, and ensured smooth cross border talent transitions, compliance, and competitive practices.
• ✅ Implemented the GE Share Purchase Plan across 7 countries, enhancing employee engagement and ownership across diverse talent markets.

Feb 2005 – Sep 2005 · 7 mos · Bangalore, India · On-site

• ✅ Co-created the “One GE Infrastructure” framework in close partnership with the CEO and business leadership in 60 days which brought a unifying model to support culture, systems, and talent.
• ✅ Successfully integrated 10+ acquisitions, seamlessly assimilating 750+ employees across multiple locations in India, ensuring alignment with GE’s values and operational excellence.
• ✅ Consolidated 10+ office locations nationwide, optimizing real estate footprint and driving significant cost savings, operational efficiency, compliance and cultural cohesion.

Oct 1999 – Jan 2005 · 5 yrs 3 mos · Bangalore, India · On-site

• ✅ Enabled rapid growth of technology operations in India by scaling the team from 80 to 650+ product engineers through focused HR interventions.
• ✅ Implemented a comprehensive HR strategy that delivered:
• Significantly reduced attrition - from 33% to 9% over 3 years
• Targeted talent infusion across diverse, multi disciplinary tech skill sets
• Implemented a well defined and globally aligned technical career path to drive retention and capability across the product portfolio
• Launched the foundational Diversity & Inclusion initiatives to shape a more inclusive culture
• This role combined hyper growth execution with long term capability building, ensuring the team was future ready while maintaining effective collaboration and engagement.

Sep 1997 – Sep 1999 · 2 yrs · On-site

• Held a strategic HR leadership role in GE India supporting GE’s new growth businesses in India, including:
• John F. Welch Technology Center
• GE Transportation Design Center
• GE Power Systems - Operations & Maintenance
• ✅ Partnered with business leaders to scale talent, build HR foundations, and enabled growth across engineering, design, and operations teams.
• ✅ Gained corporate HR experience in staffing, talent management, and capability building, helping shape the early people strategy for high-growth verticals within GE India.
• I was also recognized with the GE India President's Award for my contributions.

Jun 1995 – Aug 1997 · 2 yrs 2 mos · On-site

• ✅ Early career developmental HR roles in GE Plastics, GE Lighting, and GE Medical Systems focused on union relations, manufacturing, Learning & Development initiatives, 360 degree appraisal system and Six Sigma
• ✅ Implemented the GE's first Human Resource Information Systems (Oracle HRMS) at GE Plastics Europe for The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, Germany and UK markets.