Soma Das

Inquisitor
DISC Type : Ic

Global Talent Development Manager at Bekaert

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Overview

Soma Das is a Human Resources Business Partner with 14 years of experience, specializing in driving performance through strategic people solutions. She has a background in global talent and leadership development across Europe and India and holds a Global Coach Certification (ICF Level 2).

She is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, actively participating in Bekaerts Global Female Network. Soma values creating supportive communities where women can connect, share insights, and find mentorship, viewing it as a life-changing experience for professional and personal growth.

Soma uses her experience to counsel and mentor younger women, seeing it as a way to make a positive difference.

Personality Overview

Example Seeker

Curious

Assertive

They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.  They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Topics They Care About

Talent & Leadership
Her career includes leading global Talent and Leadership Development for Europe and India, focusing on building leadership capabilities across different geographies.
Diversity & Inclusion
A vocal participant in her company's Global Female Network, she champions creating inclusive environments and platforms for women to connect and grow.
Mentorship & Empowerment
She is quoted on her passion for mentoring younger women and feels empowered by helping others navigate professional and personal challenges.

Media Appearances

Soma has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2024
Global Talent Development Manager at Bekaert
7-2022 - 4-2024
Hub Learning & Development Team Leader - ERMEA & India at Bekaert
1-2020 - 6-2022
Human Resources Business Partner at Bekaert
4-2017 - 12-2019
Senior Human Resources Officer at Antolin
12-2015 - 3-2017
Strategic HR Partner at EUREKA FORBES LTD.

Education

2010 - 2012
Post Graduation Diploma in Human Resources from Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR) ,Pune
2006 - 2009
Bachelor’s Degree from Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune

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Insights For Selling To Soma

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Ask them questions to understand their needs better while staying affable

DONT's

  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Soma is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Soma

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Soma move?

  • They like to be detailed and take their time to arrive at decisions.
  • Can Soma take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Soma

Personality Compatibility


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