Vaibhav Ram

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Global Head Human Resources at Godrej Consumer Products Limited

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Overview

Vaibhav Ram is the Global Head of Human Resources at Godrej Consumer Products, where he has held various leadership roles over 14 years, including CEO of the Southern Africa business. His career spans diverse geographies like India, Indonesia, and Africa, focusing on transforming teams and building an organization-first culture.

Outside of his global corporate role, Vaibhav is a family man who shares insights into parenting. He finds inspiration in his daughters creativity, such as her use of a "worry box" to manage anxieties, and supports her new interests like horse riding. He values building deep, meaningful connections.

He was selected for the inaugural Godrej Fellows Programme, an initiative to groom young leaders by having them develop innovative business projects.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Overcautious

Tough To Convince

Being observant comes to them naturally.  The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much.

Topics They Care About

Disability Inclusion
He is a vocal advocate for disability inclusion, highlighting it as a necessity and sharing GCPL's initiatives to expand representation of Persons with Disabilities in the workforce.
Women's Empowerment
Actively promotes initiatives like the "Godrej Women Athletes Launchpad" and "Shakti Summit" to support women in sales and manufacturing roles, aiming to break gender barriers.
Global HR Strategy
His experience as CEO of the Southern Africa business and Head of HR for Africa, US & Middle East demonstrates his expertise in leading teams across diverse international markets.

Media Appearances

Vaibhav has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2024
Global Head Human Resources at Godrej Consumer Products Limited
10-2021 - 10-2024
Business Head - Southern Africa at Godrej Consumer Products Limited
11-2016 - 10-2021
Head HR, Africa, US & Middle East at Godrej Consumer Products Limited
6-2007 - 10-2010
HR business partner, Manufacturing & Supply Chain at Marico Ltd.

Education

2005 - 2007
MBA from Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad
2000 - 2004
B.E from University of Mumbai

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Insights For Selling To Vaibhav

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Vaibhav is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Vaibhav

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Vaibhav move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Vaibhav take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

You And Vaibhav

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