Mrinalini Purkayastha

CEO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India15 yrs 11 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

15+ years driving impact in strategy and operations.
Expert in scaling tech hubs and global capability centers.
Leader in diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in Technology and E-commerce sectors with a focus on operations and diversity.

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Skills

Core Skills

Executive LeadershipStrategic PlanningBrand PositioningOperational ExecutionProgram ManagementVendor ManagementTalent StrategyProgram Design

Other Skills

Cross-Functional Relationship BuildingStakeholder EngagementInfluencing Without AuthorityExecutive-level CommunicationCulture & InclusionExecutive communicationMetrics ReportingStakeholder ManagementExecution MuscleProcess OptimizationCapability BuildingDiversity ChampionHuman RightsResearchEmployee Relations

About

Strategic programs and culture leader with 15+ years of experience driving impact across strategy, operations, and leadership enablement. Experienced in leading large-scale programs, building capability frameworks, and driving diversity and inclusion initiatives that strengthen talent pipelines and organizational culture. In recent years, made a career pivot focused on scaling tech hubs and global capability centres across India and APAC, partnering with senior leaders to shape site strategy, executive communications, and brand positioning while building high-performing, connected teams. Skilled at aligning global priorities with local execution to deliver scalable, high-impact outcomes and enable long-term organizational success.

Experience

15 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 2 mos

Average Tenure

3 yrs 4 mos

Current Experience

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Lead- Transformation and Tech Excellence

Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 4 mos · Bengaluru

I partner with site leadership & senior leaders to shape strategy, strengthen operations, and scale a high-impact technology hub in India. My work spans strategic planning, brand positioning, cross-functional program leadership, executive communications, and culture-building, translating global priorities into locally relevant, scalable solutions that elevate the hub’s impact and visibility.
Strategic Planning & Brand Positioning
Lead a multi-pillar site strategy framework, aligning evolving priorities with structured cadences that improve execution rhythm, surface risks early, and keep leadership aligned.
Shape the hub’s brand strategy, identifying opportunities to showcase innovation, talent, and culture, positioning it as a centre of excellence within the global network.
Partner with leadership on cornerstone initiatives, converting strategic priorities into actionable plans with measurable outcomes.
Cross-Functional Program Leadership
Drive local execution of high-visibility global programs and tech events, ensuring regional relevance while meeting global objectives.
Build and lead multi-disciplinary teams with clear accountability to accelerate decision-making and execution.
Develop playbooks and scalable operating models to improve efficiency and reduce dependencies.
Executive Communication & Influence
Craft strategic communications, updates, and briefing materials for site leadership & senior leaders.
Prepare speakers for high-profile engagements, aligning narratives with organizational strategy and positioning.
Facilitate executive forums connecting leadership vision with employee experience.
Culture, Inclusion & Community Leadership
Lead Women@ India chapter as co-chair that helps build connections, growth, and belonging among the community.
Certified values-based interviewer ensuring culture-aligned hiring.
Facilitate onboarding, sharing circles, and workshops that foster trust, collaboration, and empowerment.

Executive LeadershipCross-Functional Relationship BuildingStrategic PlanningStakeholder EngagementInfluencing Without AuthorityExecutive-level Communication

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Senior Program Manager, APAC Site Strategy

Dec 2021 – Nov 2022 · 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Worked with site and regional leadership to define strategy, build operational frameworks, and enhance India’s visibility in the global network. Delivered initiatives that integrated strategic planning, brand positioning, operational execution, and culture-building.
Site Strategy
Designed and led India site strategy, creating strategic pillars, measurable goals, and leadership review cadences to ensure alignment and delivery.
Partnered with global communications to craft the India brand narrative, showcasing innovation and talent on global platforms, and creating a dedicated site landing page.
Site Business Operations
Built and operationalized a recognition framework for India and APAC, increasing engagement in strategic initiatives.
Tracked site metrics (hiring, diversity, attrition, pulse scores) to produce data-driven executive updates.
Directed the planning and execution of site-wide events, ensuring operational rigour and budget alignment.
Culture & DEI
Strengthened culture through leadership forums, mentorship programs, wellness initiatives, and engagement activities.
Adapted global DEI programs to India/APAC needs, launching first-of-its-kind initiatives for women and LGBTQ+ employees.
Facilitated culture and impact sessions for JAPAC employees to embed values and ways of working.

Strategic PlanningOperational ExecutionExecutive communicationCulture & InclusionStakeholder EngagementInfluencing Without Authority

Amazon

4 roles

Program Manager, Pricing

May 2019 – Nov 2021 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Drove strategic programs to optimize operations and enable scalable workforce models. Partnered with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and expand initiatives that improved efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and talent accessibility.
Led the Work-from-Home program, creating adoption models, cost-saving projections, and a scalable virtual hiring strategy.
Managed the full lifecycle for remote hires, from legal compliance to onboarding design, with a focus on diversity hiring, including PWDs.
Directed the Automated Goal Allocation program, partnering with business and engineering teams to deliver enhancements, scale regionally, and lead business reviews.

Stakeholder ManagementProgram ManagementStrategic PlanningExecution MuscleProcess Optimization

Program Manager,FBA ReCommerce

May 2018 – May 2019 · 1 yr

Led the refurb/repack program to improve the saleability of returned products, managing vendor partnerships, program expansion, and performance tracking.
Directed vendor management, defining service scope, forecasting manpower, and finalizing commercials with payment reconciliation.
Partnered with category managers and operations teams to launch refurb/repack in new categories, enabling scalability.
Tracked saleability yield and implemented customer return questionnaires to improve feedback and reduce returns.

Stakeholder ManagementProgram ManagementMetrics ReportingVendor ManagementProcess Optimization

Program Manager- Recruiting Programs

Promoted

Aug 2012 – May 2018 · 5 yrs 9 mos

Owned three flagship recruitment programs to strengthen Amazon India’s interviewing capabilities and hiring quality, combining program strategy, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation.
Bar Raiser Program: Built capacity planning frameworks, implemented recognition programs, increased female BR representation, and partnered with cross functional teams to launch the BR training programs.
Interview Capability Programs (MGHD & SFI): Increased interviewer certification rates, expanded facilitator pools via Train the Trainer sessions, and drove diversity in facilitator representation.
Facilitation & Culture: Delivered culture and business overview sessions for new hires, trained interviewers in behavioral interviewing techniques, and maintained facilitator ratings of 4.5/5+.

Talent StrategyProgram DesignStakeholder ManagementCapability BuildingDiversity Champion

HR Business Partner Support

Mar 2010 – May 2011 · 1 yr 2 mos · Chennai Area, India

Employee Relations, Learning and Development and Analytics

Global adjustments

Program Manager- Cross Cultural Training

May 2011 – Aug 2012 · 1 yr 3 mos · Chennai Area, India

Manage end- to- end execution, creation, logistics, and digital marketing of training programs.

Stakeholder ManagementProgram Management

Idiscoveri education pvt. ltd.

Freelance Curriculum Designer

Jan 2010 – Mar 2010 · 2 mos

Review and upgrade content and format of detailed lesson plans for Social Sciences, English and Mathematics (inclusive of student worksheets, teacher resource sheets and peripherals) as per parameters and guidelines set by iDiscoveri.