Suneela Uppala

CEO

Netherlands19 yrs experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

19 years of international HR experience
Expert in HR transformation and process optimization
Led major HR system implementations across global organizations

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources leader with expertise in global HR operations and transformation.

Contact

suneela.uppala@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Hr Operations And TransformationTalent AcquisitionHuman Resources (hr)Sap Hr

Other Skills

Change ManagementContinuous Process ImprovementDigital tools implementationERP implementationEmployee EngagementEmployee RelationsEmployer BrandingGlobal Talent AcquisitionHR Business PartneringHR Information ManagementHR OperationsHR PoliciesHR operations transformationHRISHuman Resources function management

About

Human Resources leader with 19 years of international experience across India and the Netherlands, driving HR transformation, process standardization, and technology-enabled change in global organizations including IKEA, Ingka Services, Starbucks, and IKEA Foundation. Skilled in designing and governing end-to-end HR processes with a strong focus on stakeholder experience. Led implementations of SAP ECC, SAP SuccessFactors, and other HR systems while ensuring GDPR and labor law compliance. Experienced in setting up global processes tailored to local regulations,with continuous improvement, and inclusive, people-first cultures. Passionate about connecting people, processes, and technology to build efficient, compliant, and future-ready HR functions.

Experience

Ikea foundation

People and Culture Officer

Nov 2024 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands · Hybrid

Ikea

2 roles

Manager- HR Operations, Talent Acquisition at Ingka Services

Jan 2022 – Sep 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

Responsible for HR operations transformation, Project Management, Process optimisation,Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding.

HR operations transformationProject ManagementProcess optimisationTalent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingHR Operations and Transformation

Country Recruitment & Onboarding Leader

May 2019 – Dec 2021 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Responsible for overseeing all HR Operations processes, including performance management, succession planning, talent acquisition (sourcing and delivery), onboarding and offboarding, as well as the implementation and adaptation of digital tools

Performance managementSuccession planningTalent acquisitionOnboardingOffboardingDigital tools implementation+2

Starbucks india

Regional Human Resources Manager

Jan 2013 – Apr 2019 · 6 yrs 3 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources function for north and east region in India. Joined during the initial phase and was part of launching 55 stores and 4 different markets.

Human Resources function managementStore launchingMarket expansionHuman Resources (HR)HR Operations and Transformation