Deputy General Manager Human Resources

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned HR Leader at the DGM level to lead the Human Resources function for our Motors Division. You will play a pivotal role in aligning HR practices with business goals, managing complex industrial relations with unions, and fostering a leadership culture across multiple plants. You will be a key partner to the senior leadership team, ensuring robust talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement strategies to support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

- Align HR strategy with business goals to support the Motors Division's growth and transformation agenda. - Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the leadership team on all HR matters. - Drive organizational development initiatives, including capability building, leadership development, and succession planning. - Lead change management efforts during business transitions, mergers, or restructuring.

Industrial Relations & Compliance

- Manage long-term wage settlements, union negotiations, and grievance redressal across multiple manufacturing units. - Ensure 100% compliance with labour laws, statutory requirements, and internal policies. - Build and maintain harmonious relationships with employees, unions, and government authorities.

Leadership Development & Talent Management:

- Build strong leadership pipelines through succession planning, coaching, and leadership development programs. - Implement performance management systems and foster a high-performance culture. - Lead talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain critical technical and managerial talent.

Employee Engagement & Welfare:

- Design and implement employee engagement initiatives to boost morale and productivity. - Oversee welfare programs, safety initiatives, and employee well-being efforts across plants. - Promote a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace environment.

HR Operations & Process Excellence

- Streamline HR operations, including payroll, attendance, training, and HRIS management - Implement process optimization and automation to improve efficiency and reduce headcount where applicable. - Develop and monitor key HR metrics and dashboards for executive reporting.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Education: MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent. Additional certifications in labor laws, industrial relations, or HR strategy preferred. - Experience: Minimum 18 years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing and engineering sectors. - Proven experience handling industrial relations and unionized workforce in large-scale plants. - Strong exposure to leadership development, talent management, and organizational change. - Demonstrated ability to work with senior leadership and manage complex stakeholder relationships.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Excellent understanding of labor laws, industrial relations, and union dynamics. - Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills. - Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into HR initiatives. - Leadership presence and ability to influence cross-functional teams. - Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. - Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving orientation. - Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

- Language proficiency: Marathi, English & Hindi