Deputy General Manager - Human Resources - Manufacturing Firm

General Manager / Dy. General Manager - HR

Location: Gujarat

Summary:

GM/DGM HR plays a pivotal role in aligning business objectives with people practices across a designated business unit, plant, or region. Acting as a strategic HR advisor to business and functional leaders, the incumbent drives core HR processes, organizational effectiveness, change management, employee engagement, and talent initiatives that support the company's growth in a manufacturing setup.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Business Partnering

- Act as a trusted HR advisor to the business, enabling achievement of business goals through effective HR interventions.

- Understand business strategy and operational plans to align HR plans accordingly.

- Actively participate in BU meetings and capacity expansion programs to address workforce implications.

2. Workforce Planning & Talent Management

- Lead manpower planning in coordination with line managers and ensure timely recruitment support.

- Identify and develop high-potential employees through talent review processes and succession planning frameworks.

- Ensure technical and behavioural training needs are addressed

3. Employee Relations & Engagement

- Maintain harmonious relations and act as the escalation point for employee grievances.

- Ensure statutory compliance, disciplinary procedures.

- Drive employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs.

4. Performance Management

- Anchor the PMS cycle (goal setting, mid-year, and year-end reviews).

- Monitor performance trends and link outcomes to rewards, promotions, and development plans.

5. Organizational Development & Change Management

- Facilitate org design initiatives in collaboration with the corporate HR team to support business reorganization or project rollouts.

- Support change management efforts related to digital transformation, lean manufacturing, or restructuring projects.

- Drive culture-building interventions that align with corporate values and manufacturing excellence.

6. HR Analytics & Compliance

- Track and report key HR metrics: absenteeism, attrition, productivity per head, skill matrix adherence, etc.

- Ensure data accuracy in HRMS systems and generate periodic dashboards for business review.

- Ensure compliance with internal HR policies, legal regulations and audit readiness.

Key Competencies Required:

- Strong business acumen and understanding of manufacturing dynamics

- Ability to manage stakeholders at multiple levels

- Sound knowledge of labor laws, HR operations, and industrial relations

- Proactive problem-solving and change management capabilities

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influence skills

- Analytical thinking and data-based decision making

Qualifications and Experience:

- MBA/PGDM in Human Resources / Industrial Relations / Personnel Management

- Additional certifications in labor laws, OD, or behavioural assessments preferred

- 10-15 years of experience in HR, with at least 5-7 years in manufacturing or core industrial sectors