Syed Ahmed Ali Gillani Appointed as Head of Leadership, Culture and Talent Management at Outfitters Stores

Syed Ahmed Ali Gillani has been appointed as Head of Leadership, Culture and Talent Management at Outfitters Stores, marking a significant step in his impactful HR leadership journey. With over 12 years of diverse experience across global and regional roles, he brings deep expertise in organizational development, talent strategy, and culture transformation.

Prior to this role, he served as L&D and Culture Lead at PepsiCo, where he focused on building future ready capabilities, embedding purpose-driven leadership, and fostering high-performance cultures. His career also includes key contributions in HR digital transformation, performance management, and talent development across leading organizations such as Fatima Group, CCL Pharmaceuticals, and Abacus.

Gillani’s strength lies in translating people strategies into measurable business outcomes, enabling organizations to scale through innovation, data driven decision making, and strong leadership frameworks. His experience in leading large-scale HR projects and consulting engagements has positioned him as a strategic partner in shaping modern workplaces.

Holding an MBA from the University of Bedfordshire, he continues to drive meaningful impact by aligning culture, talent, and leadership with evolving business needs.