Ann Lye
@annlye
I build scalable people operations that improve engagement, retention, and HR efficiency.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At OLR Retail, I lead India people operations as the HR Business Partner, aligning local workforce needs with global business goals. I increased engagement scores by 80%, reduced voluntary attrition by 18%, and automated more than 60% of legacy HR workflows using BambooHR and ADP.
I've also reduced payroll and compliance errors by 90%, shortened onboarding by 40%, and accelerated performance review cycles by 30%. Earlier, at Novozymes South Asia, I managed departmental operations and complex patent-filing coordination across scientific and legal stakeholders.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager – People & Culture (India HRBP)
OLR Retail
Oct 2016 - Present (9 years 10 months)
Served as India HR Business Partner, aligning local operations with global goals. Designed engagement frameworks boosting scores by 80% and reducing attrition by 18%, and automated 60%+ of HR processes using BambooHR and ADP.
Executive – HR & Operations (IP Department)
Novozymes South Asia Pvt. Ltd.
Aug 2010 - Aug 2016 (6 years)
Managed reporting, calendars, travel logistics, and administrative operations. Prepared complex patent filings and ensured regulatory compliance across workflows.
Operations & Administration Support
Sage Technologies
Jan 2007 - Jan 2010 (3 years)
Provided operations and administration support.
HR Operations Assistant
IL&FS ETS
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007 (1 year)
Assisted in HR operations.
Team Lead – Customer Operations
Air Deccan
Jan 2003 - Jan 2007 (4 years)
Led customer operations team.
Customer Care Representative
BPL India
Jan 2001 - Dec 2001 (11 months)
Handled customer care responsibilities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Completed Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1997.
Availability
Location
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