Sonepar’s SHINE Employee Resource Group presents Leading with Inclusion, Inspiring Change, featuring Sonepar’s Director of Finance, Rani Gill. Rani has been with Sonepar over 17 years and brings a wealth of experience as a leader in finance. Rani sat down with Gescan controller Arianne Buzar for a conversation which focused on three themes: inclusive hiring, continuous improvement, and leadership.
Rani champions a global hiring approach, reinforcing Sonepar’s dedication to inclusive and equal opportunity. She highlights the persistent challenge of unconscious bias in hiring and emphasizes the need for proactive, equitable practices to attract top talent. Observing workforce shifts since 2008, including an increased diverse workforce, she credits ongoing inclusive initiatives and Sonepar’s commitment to fostering a more representative workplace.
Rani also promotes continuous improvement in all aspects of life, emphasizing self-growth, skill development, and well-being. She challenges her team to rethink their approach, prioritizing innovation over identifying flaws in existing methods. By fostering adaptability and efficiency, she highlights the broader impact of their actions, particularly in challenging situations. Through positive framing, she inspires a forward-thinking mindset that supports growth.
As an impactful leader, Rani nurtures her team’s progression by balancing autonomy with accountability. She encourages individuals to step beyond their comfort zones, providing mentorship and support for ongoing development. Committed to inclusion, she cultivates a safe and empowering workplace that engages her team. With equity, fairness, and respect at the core of her leadership, she tailors her guidance to meet each associate’s unique career path, ensuring meaningful and sustainable growth.
SHINE would like to thank Rani for sharing her insights, experiences and emphasizing the importance of knowing and empowering a team, being self-aware, and leading with purpose and an inclusive mindset