Job description

Business Partnering

Support the manufacturing organization and business by providing services, solutions, and interventions across all people processes.
Collaborate, advice and support Plant Leadership Teams and Site HRs on people-related decisions and ensure high ownership of the talent engagement, retention, and development agenda
Oversee employee engagement processes to improve the employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
Oversee plant-level recruitment with the Central Talent Acquisition team, support various programs and learning and development programs according to the Regional and global/COEs plan.

Industrial Relations / Employee Relations

Advice and collaborate with plant management, corporate and global teams on IR matters
Oversee and guide Site HRs in managing of labour relations
Provide oversight and support in dealing with labor unions, negotiations, and disputes if applicable
Oversee and standardize disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, and statutory compliance reporting
Be the plants expert on union issues when needed
Handle all ER matters across the organisation for timely and appropriate resolution of ER/IR issues
Foster a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution.

Statutory Compliances

Ensure the plants & offices comply with all labor laws, regulations, and standards and stay updated on labour laws and regulations in India, ensuring compliance in all peoples practices.
Work closely with legal counsel to mitigate people-related regulatory risks and ensure legal compliance.
Liasoning and managing court cases with support from Site HRs and Legal team

Talent Development:

Identify talent gaps and develop strategies for succession planning.
Implement training and development programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.

Culture, Engagement & Retention

Foster a culture of safety, inclusiveness, accountability, and performance across all plants.
Lead employee engagement strategies and retention programs across locations.
Drive initiatives for employee well-being and diversity and inclusion.

People Metrics & Reporting

Monitor and analyze key HR metrics (attrition, hiring, productivity, absenteeism, etc.) across all plants.
Utilize people metrics and analytics to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement in people

Team Management & Leadership

Oversee people function for six manufacturing plants across India and lead the team of site HRs to drive performance and consistency across all locations.
Promote a high-performance culture by setting clear expectations and fostering leadership development among Site HR teams.
Facilitate regular reviews and communication channels among HR teams across Sites

Deputy General Manager - Employee Relations / HR