Assistant Manager HR | Driving Workforce Excellence & Digital Learning Transformation | 40% Employee Engagement Growth | 50% Training ROI Improvement

India & Dubai

Bangalore Urban district, India

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India



Master of Business Administration - MBA, HR
Ramaiah institute of management studies

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology, Economics and Political science
Dr. C. V. Raman University, Kota Bilaspur
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I am a Learning & Development Manager with 5+ years of experience scaling L&D functions and driving measurable training impact across high-growth technology organizations. My expertise spans training strategy design, LMS administration, and digital transformation across diverse sectors including Technology, BFSI, and Global Business Services. Middle East & GCC Experience: - Currently managing L&D operations at PepsiCo GBS across India and Dubai - Developing region-specific training curricula for global business services - Leading compliance programs and stakeholder management across UAE operations - Collaborating with cross-functional teams in multinational environments Key Achievements: - Scaled L&D function from 10 to 120+ employees during organizational hypergrowth - Achieved 50% improvement in training effectiveness through data-driven analysis - Drove 60% cost optimization by implementing digital learning transformation - Manage 70-80 daily training operations while maintaining 100% compliance standards - Increased employee engagement by 40% through innovative learning frameworks - Pioneered Internal Learning Credits program driving continuous workforce development Specialized Skills: Training Needs Analysis | LMS Analytics | SAP SuccessFactors | Workday | Digital Learning Platforms | Stakeholder Management | Budget Optimization Skilled in translating data into actionable insights and leveraging technology-driven solutions to deliver measurable results, I excel in vendor management and cross-departmental collaboration. Currently available with 1 month notice for senior L&D roles across UAE and KSA. Let's connect to discuss how I can elevate your organization's learning excellence and workforce development goals.
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Assistant Manager - HR at PepsiCo, Aug 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos, India & Dubai, Led Learning & Development operations for a global business services division, managing training initiatives across multiple departments while overseeing LMS administration and compliance programs, reporting directly to senior leadership Key Skills: Recruitment and Selection | Sourcing and Screening Candidates | Interviewing and Assessment | Employer Branding | Onboarding and Orientation | Talent Pipeline Management | Time Management | Training Needs Analysis | Curriculum Design and Development | Learning Management Systems (LMS) | Instructional Design | Facilitation and Delivery of Training Programs | Coaching and Mentoring | Onboarding and Documentation | HRIS Systems (SNOW, SAP SuccessFactors, Zoho) | Talent LMS | Easy LMS | Success Factor | PCM | Training Strategy & Design | LMS Administration & Analytics | Stakeholder Management | Digital Learning Innovation | Performance Analytics | Change Management | HR Technology Integration | Organizational Development | Team Leadership | Data-Driven Analytics | Budget Management | Vendor Management | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Compliance Training | Content Development | E-learning Development
Assistant to the Manager at PepsiCo GBS, Hyderabad, Aug 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos, Maintained and governed learning records across LMS ensuring data accuracy, completion tracking, and audit readiness. Managed end-to-end LMS administration including content uploads, version control, and archival of training materials. Coordinated training logistics including session scheduling, roster management, and communication with stakeholders. Generated reports and dashboards to track learning activity, completion rates, and program effectiveness. Ensured all training documentation and compliance records were current and inspection-ready. Leveraged automation tools to streamline training schedules, reminders, and reporting processes. Organized and structured knowledge repositories for improved content accessibility and retrieval. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify training needs and align learning solutions with business goals. Escalated LMS/system issues and data discrepancies to senior stakeholders for resolution. Led continuous improvement initiatives to enhance learning workflows and reduce manual effort.
Assistant Manager Human Resources at PepsiCo GBS, Aug 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos, Designed and supported structured training programs aligned with business goals. Managed LMS lifecycle including content uploads, versioning, and compliance tracking. Conducted training coordination, session planning, and stakeholder communication. Collaborated with business teams to identify training needs and implement solutions. Improved training workflows through automation and process optimization. Maintained training records and ensured audit readiness. Supported employee engagement initiatives and internal communication campaigns. Managed global training operations through SAP SuccessFactors and ServiceNow (SNOW), ensuring seamless coordination across multiple geographies. Oversaw end‑to‑end LMS lifecycle including content uploads, version control, compliance tracking, and global user support. Curated and packaged global learning content in SAP SuccessFactors and SNOW, ensuring consistency, compliance, and accessibility across regions. Designed modular training packages and blended learning solutions, improving scalability and learner engagement. Partnered with global stakeholders to identify content gaps, customize learning interventions, and maintain standardized curricula.
Learning And Development Specialist at SISA Information Security, Feb 2020 - Aug 2022 · 2 yrs 7 mos, Bangalore Urban district, India, Single-handedly owned complete Learning & Development function during organizational hypergrowth from 10 to 120+ employees, managing end-to-end training operations, budget optimization, and talent development initiatives while progressing through roles (Onboarding Specialist - Talent Engagement Specialist - Talent Acquisition Specialist - Learning & Development Specialist) and reporting to senior leadership Key Skills: Recruitment and Selection | Sourcing and Screening Candidates | Interviewing and Assessment | Employer Branding | Onboarding and Orientation | Talent Pipeline Management | Time Management | Training Needs Analysis | Curriculum Design and Development | Learning Management Systems (LMS) | Instructional Design | Facilitation and Delivery of Training Programs | Coaching and Mentoring | Onboarding and Documentation | HRIS Systems (SNOW, SAP SuccessFactors, Zoho) | Talent LMS | Easy LMS | Success Factor | PCM | Training Strategy & Design | LMS Administration & Analytics | Stakeholder Management | Digital Learning Innovation | Performance Analytics | Change Management | HR Technology Integration | Organizational Development | Team Leadership | Data-Driven Analytics | Budget Management | Vendor Management | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Compliance Training | Content Development | E-learning Development
Onboarding Specialist at SISA Information Security Pvt. Ltd., 2019 - 2022 · 3 yrs, Improved LMS data accuracy and compliance tracking across training programs. Reduced onboarding time by 25% through process optimization. Achieved 60% cost reduction by transitioning to e-learning platforms. Increased training effectiveness by 50% using data-driven learning strategies.
Talent Acquisition Specialist at SISA Information Security, Jan 2019 - Feb 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Master of Business Administration - MBA, HR, Ramaiah institute of management studies
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology, Economics and Political science, Dr. C. V. Raman University, Kota Bilaspur