Philips Promotes Kiran Punjabi to General Manager – Human Resources. She brings over a decade of HR leadership experience and has been a key member of the Philips family for more than five years, serving as HR Business Partner across multiple MedTech businesses. She has played a pivotal role in driving workforce planning, AI-enabled HR initiatives, and organizational development. In her new role, Kiran will lead impactful change and continue fostering a culture where people and business succeed together.
She confirmed her appointment on LinkedIn, sharing:
“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨.” – 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐛𝐬. After an incredible 5-year journey of learning, growth, and collaboration at Philips, I’m stepping into a new chapter as People Leader Partner. Excited to embrace new challenges, drive meaningful change, and continue building a culture where people and business thrive together.”
Kiran brings over a decade of experience, blending strategic business partnering with manufacturing HR in both technology-driven and service environments. She has previously worked with Valvoline Cummins Pvt. Ltd. India, Talent Transmission Management, and Sparklet Engineers Pvt. Ltd., further deepening her expertise in talent management and employee engagement.
Kiran has shaped workforce strategies, enhanced employee relations, and mentored emerging leaders—leveraging empathy and data to address people challenges and support employees effectively. Kiran is also passionate about learning and development, from guiding campus-to-corporate transitions to onboarding new leaders, empowering emerging talent with the skills and confidence to thrive.
