Abhimanyu Sen has joined Allana Group as the Group CHRO, bringing with him an extensive background in human resources, organizational leadership and business transformation. With over 22 years of experience across Mahindra Group, GE, Kotak, Ernst & Young and ICICI Bank, Abhimanyu has been a pivotal force in shaping HR strategies, integrating businesses post-mergers and driving cultural transformation in diverse, complex environments both in B2B and B2C businesses.
Before joining Allana Group, Abhimanyu served as the Head of Human Resources at Mahindra Group, where he played a key role in multiple sectors and businesses, including Mahindra Home Finance, Mahindra and Mahindra Limited (Automotive and Farm Equipment Business) and Mahindra Ford Automotive Pvt. Ltd. (a joint venture between Mahindra and Ford). He was instrumental in workforce optimization, organization simplicity, setting up of the Last Mile Mobility business, Electric Vehicle Technology Center,Talent Management, HR integration and organization restructuring during major business transitions.
During his tenure at GE, Abhimanyu led HR integration for the GE-Alstom merger in South Asia for GE Power, a landmark transformation that earned him the prestigious GE Gold Award from the Global GELeadership team. His academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) and Global Program in Management Development from the University of Michigan – Ross School of Business.
At Allana Group, Abhimanyu will oversee HR for the entire Group, covering its diverse business verticals – Aseptic & Frozen Fruit & Vegetable products, Coffee, Spices, Bakery Products, Frozen & Chilled Meat, Animal Nutrition, Edible Oils & Fats, Pet Foods, Ice creams, Poultry, Cold Chain solutions and for all their various respective teams – Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Processing, Logistics, Sales & Distribution, Exports, New Product Development,CSR, etc.; managing a workforce of approximately 18,000 employees. His leadership will be crucial in strengthening talent strategy, organizational culture and performance-driven structures as Allana Group continues its expansion in both B2B and B2C segments.
With his wealth of experience and expertise in HR transformation, change management and leadership development, Abhimanyu Sen is set to make a significant impact at Allana Group. His strategic approach to talent and organizational development aligns perfectly with Allana Group’s vision for growth and excellence in the global food industry.