Feb 2020 – May 2023 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Noida · On-site

• Roles & Achievements:
• # Spearheaded end-to-end HR & IR leadership for a 1500+ workforce across corporate, 4 plants, and a COE, driving strategic alignment, operational excellence, and a high-performance work culture.
• # Orchestrated Greenfield Expansion and Capability Building, successfully establishing a new manufacturing facility and COE in Chennai to support business growth and regional scalability.
• # Transformed HR Operations through Digitalization and Automation, implementing HRMS and payroll automation to enhance employee experience and significantly improve service efficiency.
• # Redesigned Performance Management and Policy Frameworks, aligning KPIs with business objectives while ensuring strong compliance through RBA standards and statutory adherence.
• # Championed Talent Engagement and Workforce Development Initiatives, including NAPS/NATS programs and proactive employee relations management, resulting in improved retention, satisfaction, and workplace harmony.

Jun 2019 – Feb 2020 · 8 mos · Noida

• Roles & Achievements:
• # Directed end-to-end HR Leadership for India and Far East operations, managing a 500+ workforce across corporate functions and 2 plants while leading a 10 Member HR team.
• # Drove Cross-Border HR alignment, standardizing policies and practices across India and Malaysia to ensure compliance, consistency, and support for business objectives.
• # Orchestrated organizational expansion, successfully setting up new offices in Noida and Kuala Lumpur to strengthen regional presence and operational capability.
• # Transformed HR Processes and Systems, streamlining performance management, learning frameworks, and implementing ERP to enhance integration and overall efficiency.
• # Championed Employee Engagement and Culture Initiatives, improving workforce morale, employee experience, and driving measurable gains in HR effectiveness.

Jul 2015 – May 2019 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Pantnagar, Uttarakhand

• Roles & Achievements:
• # Spearheaded HR & IR operations for 800+ employees across 2 Manufacturing Plants, driving stability, compliance, and a high-performance work environment with a lean HR team.
• # Revived locked-out plant operations, restoring business continuity through strategic industrial relations management and structured workforce interventions.
• # Secured a landmark 5 Year Long Term Settlement (LTS) with the union, ensuring sustained industrial harmony and uninterrupted plant productivity.
• # Drove operational and cultural transformation initiatives, implementing 5S, QCC, Kaizen, and OD programs (ROPE & MP5) to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• # Championed Talent Development, Engagement and Inclusion, introducing Competency Based LMS, Real Time PMS, and initiatives like Women Go Beyond, leading to improved retention, employee satisfaction, and National Level recognition for HR excellence.

Aug 2013 – Jul 2015 · 1 yr 11 mos · Pantnagar, SIDCUL (Uttarakhand)

• Roles & Achievements:
• # Led end-to-end HR & IR operations for a 500 Employee at Plant, establishing robust HR systems, policies, and processes to ensure seamless plant commissioning and operational readiness.
• # Drove Industrial Relations and Compliance Excellence, successfully negotiated LTS with Union, securing standing order certification, and ensuring full statutory adherence while maintaining a harmonious work environment.
• # Implemented continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, QCC, and CFT, significantly enhancing plant productivity and workforce efficiency.
• # Strengthened talent development and employee engagement, rolling out structured training programs, HRMS & payroll systems, and targeted engagement initiatives to build capability, improve retention, and sustain high performance.

Jul 2009 – Aug 2013 · 4 yrs 1 mo · Bareilly

• Roles & Achievements:
• # Directed end-to-end HR and Administrative Operations for Two Units, successfully establishing greenfield facilities in Bareilly and Moradabad and building a 400+ workforce, including onboarding 250 employees to scale operations.
• # Instituted robust HR Systems and Governance Frameworks, implementing HRMS and payroll solutions, while ensuring timely statutory registrations and 100% compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• # Spearheaded Capability Building and Engagement Initiatives, executing structured training programs and targeted employee engagement efforts to enhance workforce skills, morale, and productivity.
• # Optimized HR Service Delivery and Operational Efficiency, streamlining administrative processes to drive cost savings, improve employee satisfaction, and earning the Individual Excellence Award for outstanding business contribution.