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Manoj Agarwal

Manoj Agarwal

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HR Specialist · Human Resources

Ahmedabad, IN 20+ years 4.7 rating Hindi, Tamil, Telugu
AI Trust Score
86
Based on experience, awards, verified skills & endorsements
AI Match
73%
Projects Delivered
15+
Client Rating
4.7 / 5
Industries Served
8
Repeat Engagements
76%

About

Manoj Agarwal is a seasoned HR Specialist with 20+ years across Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services, Mahindra Group. HR Specialist with proven track record across human resources transformations for MSMEs and enterprises across India and APAC. Known for execution rigor, mentorship and a measurable track record of business impact.

Professional Experience

Chief Operating Officer

2019 – Present · 5 yrs

Wipro

  • Led human resources transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹117Cr with 23+ direct reports
  • Delivered 33% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Country Manager

2013 – 2019 · 6 yrs

Tata Consultancy Services

  • Led human resources transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹448Cr with 44+ direct reports
  • Delivered 15% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Practice Head

2008 – 2013 · 5 yrs

Mahindra Group

  • Led human resources transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹174Cr with 64+ direct reports
  • Delivered 19% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Practice Head

2004 – 2008 · 4 yrs

Aditya Birla Group

  • Led human resources transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹352Cr with 56+ direct reports
  • Delivered 35% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Awards & Recognition

Employee of the Year
Wipro · 2019

Recognised for exceptional contribution to human resources strategy and execution.

Excellence in Leadership
Tata Consultancy Services · 2018

Recognised for exceptional contribution to human resources strategy and execution.

Top Performer
Mahindra Group · 2024

Recognised for exceptional contribution to human resources strategy and execution.

Innovation Award
Aditya Birla Group · 2024

Recognised for exceptional contribution to human resources strategy and execution.

Key Achievements & Impact

Cost Optimisation Programme
Reduced operating cost
₹22Cr annual savings
Digital Transformation
Increased productivity
53% throughput uplift
Team Scaling
Built high-performance team
199+ professionals hired
Market Expansion
Entered new geographies
5 new markets opened

Major Projects & Outcomes

ERP Rollout
Wipro · 2024
29% improvement in margin
Supply Chain Redesign
Tata Consultancy Services · 2023
37% improvement in lead time
Working Capital Optimisation
Mahindra Group · 2022
43% improvement in cash cycle
Plant Modernisation
Aditya Birla Group · 2021
31% improvement in compliance
Export Compliance Programme
Wipro · 2020
31% improvement in retention

Peer & Company Endorsements

Sneha Iyer
Sneha Iyer CEO, Wipro

"Manoj brings unmatched depth in human resources. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Imran Qureshi
Imran Qureshi Founder, Tata Consultancy Services

"Manoj brings unmatched depth in human resources. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Lavanya Rao
Lavanya Rao Managing Director, Mahindra Group

"Manoj brings unmatched depth in human resources. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Skills & Expertise

Leadership75%
Strategy81%
Operations81%
Finance95%
Communication99%

Certifications

  • Six Sigma Black BeltASQ · 2022
  • PMPPMI · 2015
  • Certified Human Resources ProfessionalIIM Executive Education · 2022

Publications & Patents

  • "Human Resources Playbook for Indian MSMEs" — HBR India, 2023
  • "Leadership in Transition" — Economic Times, 2020
  • No patents listed.

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