Karthik Balakrishnan

Director, People Solutions & Analytics @Loblaw Companies Limited

Toronto, ON, CA
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WORK HISTORY

Oct 2023 — Present

Director, People Solutions & Analytics @Loblaw Companies Limited

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Toronto, ON, CA

Program Delivery: Lead the end-to-end delivery of HR technology programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering projects on time and within budget.• Operations Management: Oversee daily operations of HR systems, ensuring high availability and performance, and addressing any system issues promptly.• Portfolio Management: Manage a portfolio of HR technology projects, prioritizing initiatives based on business impact and resource availability.• People Management: Supervise a diverse team of developers and production support staff, both onshore and offshore, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.• Production Support: Ensure robust production support for HR systems, maintaining service levels and minimizing downtime through proactive monitoring and rapid issue resolution.

EDUCATION

2004 — 2007

Dr.G.R.Damodaran College of Science

Bachelor of Commerce - B Com, Accounting and Business Management

2007 — 2009

Bharathiar University

Master of Social Work, Human Resources Management

ABOUT KARTHIK BALAKRISHNAN

As a seasoned leader in Digital Transformation and HR Technology, I specialize in integrating advanced HR systems (Workday, ServiceNow, Cornerstone, Sailpoint) to enhance employee experience and drive business process improvements. At Loblaw Companies Limited, I have successfully led large-scale implementations, managed cross-functional teams, and optimized HR processes for a diverse workforce. My expertise lies in aligning technology with organizational priorities to create agile, efficient, and innovative work environments. I am passionate about leveraging technology to transform HR operations and improve overall employee experience.

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