The Estee Lauder Companies has promoted Michael Bowes to EVP and chief people officer, effective April 1.

Bowes will be the first to hold the title of chief people officer at Estee Lauder and will oversee all areas of global human resources.

After joining Estee Lauder in 2015 as VP of global talent acquisition and became the company’s SVP of global talent in July 2019. Before that, he held several leadership roles in various companies, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Nike, Coach, and Karen Harvey Consulting.

“Michael’s promotion to EVP, chief people officer, reflects his exceptional track record and his unwavering commitment to making ELC a place where all employees can thrive, innovate, and grow,” said Stephane de La Faverie,” The Estee Lauder Companies president and CEO.

“His strategic vision, commitment to talent development, and ability to foster collaboration across our global organization make him the ideal leader to shape the future of our workforce.”

Bowes will succeed EVP and chief human resources officer Michael O’Hare, who is set to retire, effective April 1.

In January, the company said Peter Jueptner will step down as group president, International of The Estee Lauder Companies later this year.