Boeing India has appointed Sarma Chillara as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), marking a strategic step in strengthening its leadership team amid continued expansion in the region.
With over 18 years of experience in human resources, Sarma brings a deep understanding of organizational transformation, leadership development, and people strategy across both global and Indian enterprises.
In his new role, he will steer Boeing India’s HR priorities to foster a high-performance culture, drive workforce excellence, and advance leadership capabilities aligned with the company’s long-term growth objectives.
At Boeing India, he is expected to champion initiatives that strengthen talent development, diversity and inclusion, and learning agility.
HR Leader with Global Perspective
Before his move to Boeing India, Sarma worked for more than 13 years with Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited, serving as a Member of the Board – Human Resources & People Services.
During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in shaping talent management frameworks, building agile leadership pipelines, and enabling cultural transformation.
His earlier stints with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Citi, and Future Group India fortified his strategic acumen and operational depth, particularly in scaling people strategies within complex and evolving business environments.
About Boeing India
Boeing India is a leader in aerospace and defence, working in partnership with India for over 80 years to advance commercial aviation and national security. Its Bengaluru campus—the largest Boeing facility outside the U.S.—serves as a technology center, while a growing network of more than 300 suppliers boosts local sourcing and innovation.
Serving major Indian airlines and defence forces with over 200 airplanes and 65+ defence aircraft, Boeing India also invests in workforce development, sustainability programs, and co-production initiatives aligned with India’s “Make in India” and “Skill India” visions.
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