Taraka Meruva

Taraka Meruva is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in scientific IT and HR technology, currently serving as the Scientific IT & Data Office Lead at Nestlé since March 2008. In this role, Taraka leads initiatives that integrate advanced technologies for data and digital transformation, contributing to transformative projects like the Scientific Intelligence Platform and shelf-life modeling. Previous roles include Sr. Group Product Manager for Employee Lifecycle and Total Rewards, Global HR Transformation Technology Leader, and Regional HR Technology Manager for North America. A strong foundation in HR technology strategy and architecture has been established through a series of global initiatives across major platforms such as SuccessFactors and SAP. Taraka's career began with significant roles at IBM and PricewaterhouseCoopers Consulting, following a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.