In today’s rapidly evolving global talent landscape, Payal stands at the forefront of transformation as the Enterprise Global Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Lead at John Deere. With a keen strategic vision, she leads talent strategies that span across continents — from the US headquarters to regions in Latin America, Europe, India, Africa, and Asia — uniting diverse markets under one cohesive global talent ecosystem.
With over a decade of deep expertise in enterprise talent acquisition, Payal’s leadership is defined by innovation, inclusivity, and data-driven decision-making. She champions a dynamic recruitment model that not only attracts top-tier talent but also creates seamless onboarding experiences tailored for diverse cultural and business environments worldwide.
Under her guidance, talent strategies are infused with advanced analytics and market intelligence, ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term vision and the future demands of the agricultural and technology industries.
Payal’s influence extends beyond recruitment — she is a catalyst for embedding John Deere’s Employer Value Proposition, “Winning Edge,” to position the company as an employer of choice. Through innovative social media campaigns and university partnerships, she nurtures the next generation of leaders and builds a resilient talent pipeline for tomorrow.
Recognized as a global Talent Strategist leader and honoured with multiple awards including the Global CHRO Award, Payal exemplifies how strategic HR leadership can drive meaningful business impact and sustainable growth on a global stage. With over 20 years of rich experience spanning leadership hiring, HR transformation, and talent strategy across multiple industries, her expertise brings a unique blend of creativity and analytics that continues to shape John Deere’s global workforce excellence.
In a world where talent shapes the future, Payal proves that visionary leadership, coupled with a commitment to inclusivity and innovation, is the cornerstone of building a workforce ready to power John Deere’s legacy of excellence across the globe.
A quote that Payal believes “Adapt your dance to the evolving rhythm of the drumbeat” In our VUCA world, innovation and bold actions are essential for attracting top talent.”