Quick-service restaurant chain McDonald’s India-West & South has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Shruti Shukla as Head of Strategy & Insights.
In her new role, Shukla will be responsible for driving strategic planning and insights-led decision-making to support the company's growth agenda. She expressed excitement about joining the organisation and contributing to its next phase of expansion while working closely with teams and customers.
Shukla brings over a decade of experience in strategy, analytics, and business insights. She joins McDonald's India from McKinsey & Company, where she spent more than ten years across multiple roles. Most recently, she served as a Capabilities & Insights Expert from 2023 to 2026, having previously held positions including Capabilities & Insights Specialist, Senior Analyst, and Analyst.
Before joining McKinsey, she worked with eClerx as a Process Manager. Her appointment marks a move from the consulting sector into the quick-service restaurant industry, bringing deep expertise in data-driven strategy and business transformation.