Kalpa Poonacha
Kalpa Poonacha

Senior HR Leader

Open to offers · Member since 22 Jul 2026
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Location
Mysore, India
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
On-site / Full Time
Experience level
Senior

About

Professional summary

I am a dynamic and result-oriented HR leader with over 18 years of progressive experience across end-to-end human resource functions. I currently head HR at JK Tyre's R&D Centre, where I lead strategic and operational HR initiatives for a large team of professionals.

My experience spans talent acquisition, talent management, learning and development, workforce planning, performance management, employee engagement, compensation and benefits, and statutory compliance. I have worked closely with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business goals and build a performance-driven, people-centric culture.

I have a strong background in recruitment for niche and technical roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, salary negotiation, and onboarding. Over the years, I have also contributed to leadership development, succession planning, rewards and recognition, and HR process improvement.

I bring a business partner mindset and a practical approach to change management, employee relations, and organizational development. My work has focused on creating scalable HR systems, improving employee experience, and supporting business continuity through effective people practices.

I hold a postgraduate degree in Human Resources with specialization in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations, along with a commerce degree. My academic and professional background has helped me develop a balanced perspective on both strategic and operational HR needs.

I am now seeking a challenging senior HR opportunity where I can contribute strategic leadership, operational excellence, and innovative people practices to support organizational growth and success.

Skills

21 capabilities

Experience

Career history

Head HR, R&D Centre JK Tyre & Industries Limited

Led end-to-end HR operations for the R&D Centre, including talent acquisition, talent management, workforce planning, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, organizational development, rewards and recognition, and statutory compliance. Partnered with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business goals and managed HR operations for 250+ R&D scientists and tyre designers.

Deputy Manager – Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development Jubilant Life Generics Ltd.

Managed the full recruitment lifecycle, manpower planning, hiring coordination, salary negotiation, onboarding, employee referral programs, and recruitment MIS. Also developed and implemented learning and development strategy, training plans, leadership development programs, talent development initiatives, succession planning, rewards and recognition, and employee engagement activities.

Executive – Human Resources Syngene International Limited, A Biocon Company

Handled human resources development activities including talent acquisition, joining formalities, induction, employee engagement, statutory compliance, payroll support, attendance tracking, and leave management. Supported recruitment, background verification, and HR administration for employees across the organization.

Trainee - HR Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Ltd (KIOCL)

Completed academic training in personnel management, industrial relations, labor welfare, and labor laws.

Social Worker Ullal Town Panchayath

Worked on case work, group work, community development, and administrative functions.

Education

Learning history

School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya

Master of Social Work, Human Resources / Personnel Management and Industrial Relations

Postgraduate degree in Human Resources with specialization in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations.

Shri Dharamastala Manjunatheshwara College, Ujire

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

Undergraduate degree in commerce.

PU College, Srimangala, Karnataka

Pre University Course

Pre-university education.

PU College, Srimangala, Karnataka

Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Secondary school education.

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