SKF India (Industrial), a leading provider of industrial technology and engineering solutions, has announced the appointment of Madhu Dhandhania Jalan as Director – Global Capability Centre (GCC) and Finance Operations Centre (FOC) for the India, Southeast Asia and Middle East (ISEAM) region. In her new role, Ms Madhu will be responsible for advancing SKF’s regional capability-building initiatives, strengthening finance operations, enhancing governance frameworks and driving large-scale transformation programs that support the company’s long-term growth objectives. She will also lead efforts to expand the organization’s global delivery capabilities and create scalable operational models across the region.
The appointment comes as SKF continues to invest in strengthening organizational agility, operational excellence and standardized processes across key international markets. By further developing its GCC and finance operations capabilities, the company aims to enhance efficiency, improve service delivery and support future business expansion.
Ms Madhu brings more than twenty-five years of leadership experience across multiple industries, including finance, consulting, telecommunications, banking, logistics, e-commerce and business services. Throughout her career, she has built and managed large-scale shared services operations, led transformation programs and implemented initiatives focused on operational efficiency and process optimization.
Prior to joining SKF, she held senior leadership positions with several prominent organizations, including Amazon, Maersk Global Service Centres, Tata Teleservices, Tata Communications, Avaya, ICICI Bank and Bharti Airtel. Her experience spans financial management, organizational transformation, governance and capability development across complex global business environments.
Commenting on her appointment, Ms Madhu said she looks forward to contributing to SKF’s ongoing transformation journey across the region. She emphasized the opportunity to build future-ready capabilities, strengthen operational performance and create sustainable value through scalable and efficient operating models.
Her appointment supports SKF’s broader vision of building a resilient and adaptable organization capable of supporting customers and business units across diverse geographies. The company believes her expertise in leading high-performing teams and managing transformation initiatives will play a key role in accelerating strategic priorities throughout the ISEAM region. MsMadhu is a Chartered Accountant and holds an Executive MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, bringing a strong combination of financial expertise and business leadership to the role.
Founded in 1907, SKF has established itself as one of the world’s leading engineering and industrial technology companies. With operations in approximately 130 countries and an extensive distribution network, the company develops solutions ranging from bearings and seals to lubrication systems, condition monitoring technologies and industrial services. SKF’s innovations continue to support industries in improving efficiency, reducing friction and advancing sustainable operations worldwide.
