Kaif Ahmad

Enabled organizations with practical people solutions for companies in Seed to Series D Funding Stages. Spearheaded people strategy and talent strategy design, and led the design and implementation of Performance Management System, Pay for Performance, LTI & ESOP.

Managed a workforce of approximately 15,000 people and an HR team of 86. Aligned business practices with people to drive effective performance and created talent management strategies to achieve organizational goals.

Ensured organizational readiness through succession planning and proactive workforce management. Designed the Job Architecture Framework for India and APAC Markets and developed variable pay plans for the sales force.

Instrumental in initiating and implementing the Performance Management System. Responsible for organizing learning and development opportunities with external resources and designing and implementing induction programs.

Conducted a labor market inventory at Jagdalpur, Bastar for TATA Steel. Identified future labor supply, performed need identification, and suggested possible trainings to support locals for employability.

Ensured the customer-facing organization was future-ready through quality talent acquisition, talent management, and succession planning. Responsible for the Performance Management Process from goal setting to the annual cycle.

Project managed performance management and variable pay for the sales and marketing team. Responsible for employee engagement, initiating talent management initiatives, and manpower planning and control.

Performed first-line recruitment for the BPO organization. Focused on broadening the recruitment funnel to attract a wider pool of candidates.

Conducted a study on the feasibility of a 360-degree appraisal system for employees of the pipeline division head office in Noida. Analyzed the potential benefits and challenges of implementing such a system.

Cultivated company culture by weaving values, code of conduct, mission, vision, and strategy into daily operations. Designed, drove, and delivered HR initiatives to support business needs through talent development, succession planning, and organizational change.

Studied current employee welfare schemes within the organization. Suggested potential new measures to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction.

Activities and societies: Member of the Steering Committee of the Academic Programme of MBA; Member of the Core organizing team of Annual Management Festival, 'Endeavour'.

Completed a two-year full-time Master's in Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resources and Operations. Focused on developing a comprehensive understanding of business management and HR practices.

Activities and societies: Member of the Organising Team of the Annual Festival, 'Anugoonj'.

Pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration, gaining foundational knowledge in business principles and practices. Developed skills essential for a career in management.

Activities and societies: Participated in the National Children Science Congress; Won third Prize in the Regional Level, Jawahar Lal Nehru Science Exhibition.

Completed 10+2 level education with a focus on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Gained a strong scientific foundation.

Completed 10th class education, building a fundamental academic base. Developed core learning skills and knowledge.