Manisha Agarwal

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DISC Type : DI

Director - People and Organisation, India and Thailand at PUMA Group

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Manisha Agarwal is the Director of People & Organisation at PUMA India, with extensive expertise in talent management, employee engagement, and retail. A graduate of the National Institute of Fashion Technology, she transitioned from a merchandise manager to found an HR consulting firm before rejoining PUMA to lead its people function. Colleagues describe her as a detail-oriented perfectionist with outstanding people skills.

Outside of her professional life, Manisha is a fitness and travel enthusiast, often planning her next workout schedule or vacation. A self-described "Jack of all Sports, " she also enjoys cooking for and hosting her family and friends.

Unique fact: Manisha made a notable career switch from leading apparel merchandising to heading the entire Human Resources function within PUMA.

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Values Relationships

Assertive

They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.  They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Topics They Care About

People Analytics
She has spoken publicly about using AI-powered chatbots to gauge employee sentiment in real-time and proactively address potential attrition.
Employee Experience
Believes that managers, not boardrooms, are responsible for delivering the daily employee experience and fostering a positive culture.
Talent Management
Her background includes founding a boutique recruitment firm that specialized in talent acquisition for e-commerce startups and fashion retail.

Media Appearances

Manisha has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2022
Director - People and Organisation, India and Thailand at PUMA Group
1-2021 - 6-2022
Director and Head - People & Organisation and Strategic Initiatives, India at PUMA Group
3-2020 - 1-2021
Associate Director and Head - People and Organisation, India at PUMA Group
5-2010 - 9-2015
Founder and Lead Consultant - Recruitment at StrikeOne
10-2006 - 5-2010
Country Merchandise Manager-Apparel/Accrs at Puma

Education

1996 - 1998
GMT (Garment Manufacturing Technology) from National Institute of Fashion Technology
1991 - 1994
BBS (Bachelor of Business Studies) from College of Business Studies, Delhi University

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Insights For Selling To Manisha

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Address your competition clearly and confidently
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Manisha is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Manisha

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Manisha move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Manisha take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Manisha

Personality Compatibility


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