Manager - HR Operations & Excellence - Manufacturing

Role & Purpose:

As the HR Operations and Excellence Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening HR function by driving operational excellence and supporting the execution of the Company's people agenda. Reporting to the Head HR, you will lead HR Operations & Systems, Employee Relations, and HR Governance while partnering on organization development initiatives including performance management, capability building, organization design, competency frameworks, and HR transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• HR Operations & Governance

• Compliance & Industrial Relations

• Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

• Organization Design & Talent Architecture

• HR Transformation & Strategic Projects

• Leadership & Business Partnership

Expectations from the role:

• Critical and business-critical positions are closed within agreed timelines and with strong quality of hire.

• Deliver efficient, compliant, and employee-centric HR operations across the organization.

• Build standardized HR processes supported by digital tools and strong governance.

• Successfully implement key HR initiatives including performance management, capability building, and HR transformation projects.

• Establish trusted relationships with business leaders through responsive and solution-oriented HR support.

• Develop a capable HR team that consistently delivers high-quality service and execution.

Key Considerations:

We are looking for a hands-on HR leader who enjoys building systems, improving processes, and delivering business-focused HR solutions. The ideal candidate is execution-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a dynamic manufacturing environment. They bring strong operational discipline, sound judgement, and a continuous improvement mindset while partnering effectively with leaders across the business.

Qualifications:

• MBA / Master's degree in Human Resources, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.

• 10 - 14 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility for HR Operations or Business HR.

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial organizations is preferred.

• Strong exposure to HR Operations, Labour Laws, Employee Relations, HRMS, Performance Management, and HR process improvement.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project management skills.