Barbara Sanchez
About Barbara Sanchez
Barbara Sanchez serves as the Head of People Department at AirAsia Philippines, a position she has held since 2014. With extensive experience in human resources, she has previously worked at Syngenta and Lufthansa Technik Philippines, and she plays a key role in aligning people strategies with business objectives.
Work at AirAsia
Barbara Sanchez has served as the Head of People Department at AirAsia Philippines since 2014. In this role, she has been instrumental in developing and implementing people strategies that align with the company's business objectives. Her position involves direct reporting to both the Chief Executive Officer of the AOC and the Group Head of People in Malaysia. Over her tenure, she has contributed to the growth and development of the workforce in Pasay City, Metro Manila.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining AirAsia, Barbara Sanchez worked at Syngenta as the HR Head/HR Business Partner from 2008 to 2014. Her responsibilities included overseeing HR operations and aligning HR practices with business needs. Prior to Syngenta, she was employed at Lufthansa Technik Philippines as an HR Manager from 2004 to 2008, where she managed HR functions within the MacroAsia Special Economic Zone. This extensive experience in HR has equipped her with a strong foundation in people management.
Education and Expertise
Barbara Sanchez studied at the University of Santo Tomas, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science from 1981 to 1985. Additionally, she completed modules in HR Leadership Academy at CEB in Singapore in 2012, which lasted for 11 months. This educational background supports her expertise in human resources and organizational behavior.
Role in Core Management Committee
As a member of the Core Management Committee at AirAsia, Barbara Sanchez plays a vital role in shaping the company's people strategies. Her involvement ensures that the HR initiatives are closely aligned with the overall business goals, contributing to the effective management of human capital within the organization.