Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, May 2025 – Kartik Iyer has joined Cohizon Life Sciences (formerly Sajjan India Ltd.), a CVC portfolio company, as Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer. In this newly assumed role, Kartik will lead the company’s HR strategy and operations as it continues its transformation into one of India’s fastest-growing CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) in the life sciences sector.
Kartik joins Cohizon after an impactful tenure of over six years at Covestro, where he served most recently as Head of Human Resources – India. There, he led the people strategy across the country, covering three manufacturing sites and commercial operations, while also serving on the Country Council. His leadership saw the localization and implementation of global HR programs and successful execution of major transformation initiatives.
Prior to this, he held multiple senior HR roles at Solvay, including Manager – Talent Acquisition & Employee Engagement and Zone Asia Talent Acquisition Specialist, overseeing India, Thailand, and Singapore. His contributions in employer branding, employee engagement, and HR communications were instrumental in strengthening Solvay’s regional talent pipeline.
Earlier in his career, Kartik served as Assistant General Manager – Human Resources at Unimark Remedies Ltd., where he provided strategic HR leadership across talent attraction, engagement, and change management. His previous roles at Piramal Group, Eastman Kodak, and NamanHR further reinforced his capabilities in HR business partnering, leadership development, and organizational design.
Kartik began his career at HyperCITY Retail (India) Ltd., where he transitioned from Management Trainee to Officer – Human Resources, gaining hands-on experience in recruitment, store-level HR operations, and performance management.
Cohizon Life Sciences is the new identity of Sajjan India Ltd., marking its transformation into a next-generation CDMO committed to innovation and customized chemistry for regulated markets such as the US, Europe, and Japan. With nearly three decades of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry, Cohizon is focused on delivering sustainable value, innovation, and customer-centric solutions while adhering to rigorous IP and confidentiality standards.
The company has built long-term partnerships with global chemical innovators and continues to expand its footprint by investing in people, technology, and global best practices across its operations.
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