Saurabh Singh

About Saurabh Singh

I’ve spent close to two decades shaping finance functions that do much more than crunch numbers—they drive business transformation, unlock growth, and build sustainable competitive advantage. My journey has taken me across diverse industries and global markets, from luxury brands and retail in Hong Kong to dermo-cosmetics in India and across Asia-Pacific, to leading finance transformation efforts aligned with a global vision.In my current role as Finance Transformation Director at L’Oréal India, I’m on a mission to redefine what finance means to the business. It’s about moving finance from being a support function to a true strategic partner—one that delivers actionable insights, drives operational excellence, and cultivates talent to thrive in a fast-changing world. Within my first year, I’ve already led initiatives that improved productivity by over 10%, streamlined processes, and strengthened finance capabilities across the organization.Earlier in my career, managing a €400+ million luxury portfolio in Hong Kong during a period of intense disruption taught me invaluable lessons about resilience, agility, and the power of data-driven decision-making. I led strategic consolidation efforts, optimized investments, and built a finance team that delivered double-digit profitability while navigating unprecedented market shifts.What fuels me is the blend of strategy, numbers, and people. I’m a believer that strong finance leadership is about connecting the dots—translating complex data into clear business stories, collaborating across functions, and mentoring the next generation of leaders.I hold an MBA from HEC Paris and am a certified Prosci® change practitioner, grounding my leadership in both rigorous business education and a structured approach to change management. Having worked across multiple cultures and geographies, I embrace diversity and adaptability as key ingredients for successAdditional Details:Hong Kong: Permanent ResidentAustralia: Permanent Resident

Experience

1. Finance Transformation Director

   L'Oréal

   Nov 2023 — Present · IN

   As Finance Transformation Director for L’Oréal India, I lead the execution of the Group’s global Finance Vision 2030, driving strategic initiatives that streamline processes, realign team structures, and upskill finance talent. I act as the single point of contact for global, regional, and local teams, shaping the transformation roadmap to position finance as a true business partner and value creator. By leading key productivity and capability-building projects, I’ve delivered over 800 man-hours in efficiency gains and reorganized business finance teams to align with our evolving go-to-market model. I also work closely with HR to build a future-ready finance function through targeted upskilling, ensuring the team is equipped to support agile decision-making and long-term growth.

Education

• Delhi Public School, Noida

  Science

  1989 — 1999

• Pune Institute of Computer Technology

  Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science

  1999 — 2003

• HEC Paris

  MBA, Strategy Track

  2008 — 2010