Abanish Das
About Abanish Das
Abanish Das serves as the General Manager of HR at Vodafone Idea Limited, where he has implemented effective talent acquisition strategies and led organizational development during the company's merger. With extensive experience in human resources and operations across various companies, he has a strong background in managing HR functions and ensuring employee well-being.
Work at Vodafone Idea Limited
Abanish Das currently serves as General Manager HR at Vodafone Idea Limited, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he collaborates with the leadership team to ensure effective HR operations and represents HR in the Circle Leadership forum. He has been instrumental in managing the annual operating budget, maintaining its utilization between 90-95% to support efficient HR functioning. His responsibilities also include leading productivity enhancement projects by partnering with various business units.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his current role, Abanish Das worked at Idea Cellular Ltd as Head of Human Resources from 2011 to 2018. He has also held positions at Tata Teleservices Ltd as Manager Facilities & Administrations and at Aditya Birla Group as Assistant Manager Facilities & Administrations. His extensive experience in HR has equipped him with the skills to handle industrial relations issues with an empathetic approach, ensuring effective resolution.
Education and Expertise
Abanish Das holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from XLRI Jamshedpur, which he completed from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Sikkim Manipal University through distance education between 2012 and 2015. Additionally, he studied Hospitality Administration/Management at the Institute of Advanced Management in Kolkata from 1995 to 1998, providing him with a strong foundation in both HR and hospitality management.
Background in Hospitality Management
Abanish Das began his career in the hospitality sector, working in various roles including Operations Supervisor - F&B at Renaissance Hotels and Food and Beverage Manager at Tulip Star Hotels Ltd. His experience in hospitality includes significant positions at Radisson and Hotel Hindusthan International Ltd. This background has contributed to his understanding of operational efficiency and customer service in HR practices.
Achievements During COVID-19 Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Abanish Das played a crucial role in ensuring employee health, safety, and well-being. He formed a CORE team to plan and mobilize resources for business continuity, demonstrating his commitment to organizational resilience. He also implemented an effective talent acquisition strategy that achieved a 97% fulfillment rate during this challenging period.