DS Group, one of India’s foremost FMCG conglomerates, has announced the appointment of Subrat Chakravarty as its Chief Human Resources Officer and Head of Business Excellence, signalling a strategic push towards organisational transformation and sustainable growth.
Confirming the development, Chakravarty shared the news on LinkedIn, stating, “I am pleased to announce my new role as Chief Human Resources Officer and Head of Business Excellence at DS Group. I look forward to the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in this position.”
A seasoned HR professional, Chakravarty brings with him over three decades of extensive experience across diverse industries and global organisations. Prior to joining DS Group, he served as Head of Human Resources and Global Programme Director – HR Process & Technology Transformation at HCLTech, where he led large-scale initiatives in HR modernisation and digital transformation.
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Over the course of his distinguished career, Chakravarty has held leadership roles at prominent organisations, including Birlasoft, HCL Technologies, Aon Hewitt, Kenya Airways, L&T Infotech, Indian Petrochemicals Corporation and Bata India, earning a reputation for driving impactful people strategies and organisational excellence.
Welcoming the appointment, Anshu Dewan, Senior Vice President – Corporate Strategy and Business Development at DS Group, said, “It’s an exciting time for us, and our teams are geared up for a successful phase ahead as we strengthen our position as one of India’s leading FMCG conglomerates. Mr Chakravarty’s proven track record in leading large-scale HR transformations and his strategic approach to talent management will be invaluable as we continue to build a world-class organisation focused on sustainable growth and excellence. We are delighted to welcome him to the DS family.”
Chakravarty holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from the Xavier Institute of Social Service, further underpinning his strong academic and professional credentials.
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