IRFAN SHAIKH
Mumbai
Summary
HR Leader with 20+ years of experience driving workforce transformation across FMCG, Manufacturing, Retail, and Engineering ecosystems. Proven track record of aligning people strategy with business growth, enabling cost optimization, leadership pipeline acceleration, and large-scale HR digitization.
Trusted advisor to CXOs and promoters, with deep expertise across corporate and plant HR, industrial relations, organizational design, and performance-driven culture building. Known for building scalable, future-ready HR frameworks that deliver measurable business outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHRO Equivalent | Vice President – Human Resources
Living Liquidz India Pvt. Ltd.
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Mandated to stabilize and re-align the HR function, partnering with promoters to structure workforce and cost strategy during a critical business phase.
- Streamlined manpower planning and hiring governance across corporate and retail operations to improve productivity and decision clarity.
- Re-designed performance and accountability frameworks, aligning leadership KRAs with revenue and store-level metrics.
- Introduced workforce analytics dashboards covering attrition, overtime, compliance, and cost visibility to enable data-led decision making.
Head – HR Operations | Lead - Compensation & Benefits
Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd. (ABD)
07.2022 - 05.2025
- Partnered with business leaders to align HR strategy with organizational goals, enabling improved workforce productivity.
- Led end-to-end HR digitization through Zing HR implementation, driving significant process efficiency and enhanced employee experience.
- Designed and executed performance management and engagement frameworks, reducing attrition by 6% and strengthening workforce stability.
- Strengthened compliance and governance by leading multiple HR audits and ensuring adherence to labor laws, achieving zero non-compliance risks.
- Built and institutionalized a data-driven HR ecosystem, including total rewards framework (with Deloitte & EY) and analytics dashboards, improving compensation effectiveness and strategic decision-making.
Head - Human Resources
GITS Food Products Pvt. Ltd.
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Led a comprehensive HR transformation by automating key processes, including performance appraisals and payroll, which significantly enhanced operational efficiency and employee experience.
- Partnered with the executive team to design and implement a strategic talent roadmap that reduced early-stage attrition by 9% through robust talent attraction and skill development programs.
- Instituted a data-driven talent acquisition strategy that improved recruitment efficiency by 30%, enhancing both quality of hire and time-to-fill for critical roles.
General Manager – Human Resources (Group Head HR)
Liberty Oil Mills Limited (Liberty Group)
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Built and institutionalized a robust HR framework covering workforce planning, talent management, and succession (9-box), increasing internal promotions by 25%.
- Partnered with senior leadership as a strategic advisor on organizational development, leadership capability, retention, and change management.
Head – Talent Development
MIRC Electronics Ltd. (ONIDA)
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Oversaw employee engagement and capability-building initiatives, developing leadership training programs that resulted in a 35% improvement in leadership effectiveness scores.
- Built organizational capability by mapping functional and leadership competencies to roles, creating clear career paths and development plans for employees.
General Manager – Human Resources
Darvesh Group (India & UAE)
08.2010 - 02.2015
- Directed HR across India & UAE, developing localized policies for talent attraction and retention.
Manager – Manager HR Operations
Essel Group
06.2004 - 07.2010
- Managed core, hands-on HR activities including payroll, attendance and leave policies, disciplinary matters, and performance management cycles for a large employee base.
Education
Masters in Human Resources Development Management -
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS)
Mumbai01-2009
B.Sc. - Chemistry
K.C. College
Mumbai01-2003
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership
- HR Digitization & Tech Proficiency
- Talent Acquisition & Succession Planning
- Industrial Relations
- Organizational & Culture Development
- Change Management – Restructuring
- HR Budgeting & Audits
- IPO Listing & Policy Governance
- Stakeholder Advisory & Executive Influence
- HR Analytics & Reporting
Leadership Scope
Led HR for multi-location operations across India and UAE, managing large and diverse workforce populations across plant, corporate, and retail environments.
Core Impact Snapshot
- Delivered 15% cost optimization through workforce and compensation restructuring
- Accelerated internal leadership mobility by 40% via structured talent frameworks
- Achieved 50% efficiency gains through HR digitization and automation
- Maintained zero industrial unrest across unionized environments
- Reduced attrition and improved workforce stability through data-led HR interventions
Certification
- Applied AI for Human Resources
- Great People Manager Certification
- Leadership and Emotional Intelligence – ISB
Tools And Technology
HR Human Capital Management Systems: Zoho Recruit, Workday, SAP, Zing HR, Darwin Box, HR One, SPINE, Bizom
Talent & Learning Platforms: LinkedIn Talent Insights, LinkedIn Learning Hub
Awards
- Received Star Performer of Year Award from MD
- Received Award for Excellence for Best use of social media – LinkedIn
- Recognized Annual Award under “Efficiency” category
- Received appreciation for Values Cascade with innovative ideas across the Field Force
Personal Information
Age: 44
Open to Relocation
Timeline
CHRO Equivalent | Vice President – Human Resources
Living Liquidz India Pvt. Ltd.
10.2025 - 02.2026
Head – HR Operations | Lead - Compensation & Benefits
Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd. (ABD)
07.2022 - 05.2025
Head - Human Resources
GITS Food Products Pvt. Ltd.
09.2020 - 07.2022
General Manager – Human Resources (Group Head HR)
Liberty Oil Mills Limited (Liberty Group)
05.2017 - 03.2020
Head – Talent Development
MIRC Electronics Ltd. (ONIDA)
03.2015 - 05.2017
General Manager – Human Resources
Darvesh Group (India & UAE)
08.2010 - 02.2015
Manager – Manager HR Operations
Essel Group
06.2004 - 07.2010
Masters in Human Resources Development Management -
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS)
B.Sc. - Chemistry
K.C. College