DHANANJAY KUMAR
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dsingh007/
Summary
** HR HEAD | CHRO | STRATEGIC PEOPLE & BUSINESS LEADER**
Strategic HR & Business Leader with 18+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide HR strategy, organizational transformation, corporate governance, and business growth across India, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Proven track record of partnering with CEOs, CXOs, and Boards to build high-performance organizations, strengthen governance, and align people strategy with business objectives. Experienced in leading HR and administrative operations for 5,200+ employees, supporting businesses with annual turnover exceeding ₹5,000 Crores and USD 248 million.
Extensive exposure to HR leadership, legal and dispute management, government relations, statutory licensing, Panchayat and local authority liaisoning, and administration, ensuring effective stakeholder management and regulatory coordination.
Recognized for driving HR transformation, digitalization, IPO readiness, organizational restructuring, succession planning, leadership development, and compliance excellence. A strategic business partner combining people leadership with governance and operational oversight to deliver sustainable growth and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
5
5
Languages
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head – HR & Admin
SLR Metaliks Ltd.
08.2024 - Current
- Led HR for 5,200+ employees across 7 Locations with a team of 21 HR professionals.
- Drove IPO readiness, ensuring governance, audit compliance, and HR transformation.
- Digitized 90% of HR processes; reduced processing time by 60%; achieved 100% audit compliance.
- Implemented banding, grading, and salary architecture for 1,600+ employees, enhancing compensation structure.
- Reduced attrition to 10.5% and improved engagement by 12% through effective succession planning for critical roles.
- Managed relationships with government departments and local authorities, coordinating with district authorities, local administration, and Panchayats to ensure compliance and smooth operations.
- Oversaw legal matters and managed dispute cases, coordinating litigation efforts and liaising with legal counsel to mitigate risks and resolve issues.
Head – People & Culture
CARS24 Southeast Asia
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Established HR function for 1,200+ employees across Thailand and Indonesia.
- Led team of 16 HR professionals, managing annual recruitment of 240–300 employees to meet organizational growth.
- Reduced attrition to 8.3% while enhancing employee engagement score by 18%, achieving three promotions.
- Implemented Darwinbox, streamlining and digitizing 85% of HR processes for improved operational efficiency.
- Facilitated USD 248M business expansion by supporting operations across 14 branches in 3 cities.
Head – Human Resources
Cubastion Consulting
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Boosted talent acquisition effectiveness 18% through targeted strategies.
- Developed succession planning and LMS to facilitate culture transformation.
- Executed Keka HRMS implementation within six weeks, streamlining HR operations.
Human Resources Manager
THB India
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings and candidate screenings, to attract qualified candidates.
- Developed HR policies aligning with organizational goals and ensuring compliance.
- Facilitated employee training programs to enhance skills and performance, supporting overall team development.
- Developed scalable HR systems to support growth of technology startup.
Manager – HR & Administration
Audi Gurgaon
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Led HR operations and administration, driving implementation of performance initiatives.
- Led team in executing daily operational strategies, aligning efforts with company goals.
- Directed inventory management processes to ensure optimal stock levels and availability.
- Coordinated cross-functional meetings, fostering collaboration and communication across departments.
GM – HR Strategy & Transformation
PT. Vemad Sukses Selalu
06.2013 - 12.2015
- Developed HR strategy and transformation initiatives to align organization development with business goals in Indonesia.
- Implemented strategic plans that strengthened business growth and expanded market presence.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development initiatives to enhance team capabilities.
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow across departments.
Deputy Manager – Human Resources
PT. Sumber Mitra Jaya
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Led HR operations and recruitment for mining and infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Managed employee recruitment and onboarding for diverse roles, streamlining processes to enhance new hire integration.
- Coordinated performance appraisal systems to assess employee contributions, fostering a culture of feedback and development.
Human Resources Executive
Monnet Ispat & Energy Ltd.
04.2010 - 05.2012
- Coordinated HR operations across steel, mining, and power industries to ensure compliance and align with organizational goals.
- Coordinated recruitment, onboarding, and joining formalities across plant functions.
- Managed employee records and HR documentation for Monnet Ispat & Energy Ltd.
- Analyzed attendance, leave, and payroll data for accurate monthly processing.
Education
Executive Program in Strategic Human Resource Management -
IIM Calcutta
Kolkata01-2024
PGDM/MBA (HR) -
Jaipuria Institute of Management
Noida03-2010
BBA - Finance
L.N. Mishra College of Business Management
03-2008
Skills
- HR Strategy
- HR Transformation
- Organization Design
- IPO Readiness
- Workforce Planning
- Talent Management
- Succession Planning
- Executive Hiring
- Performance Management
- Leadership Development
- Employee Experience
- Learning & Development
- Employer Branding
- HR Analytics
- Organizational Development
- HR Digital Transformation
- Business Partnering
- Stakeholder Management
- Administration
- Legal Matters
- Government and Local Liaisoning
Accomplishments
- 40 Under 40 HR Asia Leader 2022 Award
- Top Performer Award, 2023 (Cars24 South East Asia)
Certification
- OD Intervention Specialist - SkillDeck, Bangalore
Credential ID: SD 1436/MAY/WK-1844, May 2025 - Knowledge Management Certification from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Helsinki, Finland - 2010
Hrms
- Darwinbox
- Keka
- Empeo
- HR One
- Beehive
Languages
Hindi
Native
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Indonesian Bhasha
Advanced (C1)
C1
Thai
Elementary (A2)
A2
Finnish
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Head – HR & Admin
SLR Metaliks Ltd.
08.2024 - Current
Head – People & Culture
CARS24 Southeast Asia
08.2021 - 08.2024
Head – Human Resources
Cubastion Consulting
06.2020 - 07.2021
Human Resources Manager
THB India
10.2018 - 05.2020
Manager – HR & Administration
Audi Gurgaon
01.2016 - 09.2018
GM – HR Strategy & Transformation
PT. Vemad Sukses Selalu
06.2013 - 12.2015
Deputy Manager – Human Resources
PT. Sumber Mitra Jaya
06.2012 - 05.2013
Human Resources Executive
Monnet Ispat & Energy Ltd.
04.2010 - 05.2012
Executive Program in Strategic Human Resource Management -
IIM Calcutta
PGDM/MBA (HR) -
Jaipuria Institute of Management
BBA - Finance
L.N. Mishra College of Business Management