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Human Resources Manager


Company : Kennametal


Location : Bellary, Karnataka


Created : 2025-05-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title - Manager Human ResourcesJob Summary Works closely with management and employees to create highly effective work relationships, maintain a positive work environment, drive retention, and positively influence a culture of performance, accountability, respect, ethics, and integrity. Endorse and support Safety as a core value of the organization.Key Job Responsibilities • Business Partner: Partnering with Business Leaders on people, organization and business strategy and align HR process (including employee engagement and organizational capability) to drive Business Goals & Objectives. • Talent Acquisition, Development & Retention: Discuss & Develop strategies / ideas to attract key talent (with specific skill set wherever required) and support in their development & retention to provide a competitive edge to Organization. Work closely with Recruiting partners to ensure the attraction and retention of a diverse, qualified workforce. • Talent Management: Developing depth and breadth of Management Capability to build Leadership Talent for the future (Succession Planning). Provide guidance and input on Business Unit restructures & Workforce planning. • Change Management: Drive & Support change management by initiating and leading the change and by serving as a facilitator for changes that is initiated in the Organization. Support Change Deliver change programs, as mandated from parent Organization to deliver continuous organizational and productivity improvements. • Learning & Development: Partner with Business Leaders to implement initiatives which address the skill gaps, employee perceptions, teamwork and leadership requirements to enhance Organization capability and build a Learning Organization. Identify Development needs in Business units and look for Executive Coaching / Mentoring needs. • Employee Relations: Drive Engagement Initiatives with Union and Office Bearers, Lead Productivity Discussions with Actionable plans to Support the Manufacturing / Commercial Organization, Ensure A Healthy IR / ER culture for business continuity. Support action plans of VoE survey, Coach / Mentor shop managers on (shopfloor) related people matters. • Compliances: Ensure 100% Compliance to all statutory requirement of applicable laws through Monthly & Quarterly review with key stakeholders / vendors / agencies. • Regular participation / interaction / update in Country HR team meetings • Close co-ordination / support to other HRBP’s & C.o.E. ’s (HRSSC, TDOE etc.) to deliver an efficient HR services. • Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation. Support Rewards & Recognition programs.Education, Work Experience, Skills, Certificates Necessary to perform the job at the minimum acceptable level and preferred • A Graduate with Human Resource / Business background. Additional qualifications (Post Graduation in HR) would be preferred; • Should have 10+ years of work experience in HR environment in a manufacturing industry (preferably MNCs) with 2-4 years of leading HR Functions / Business HR; • S/he should have experience in working and managing with Unions. Familiarity with India Employment Acts, Labor Laws and Compiance requirements will be an added advantage • Working knowledge of multiple Human Resource disciplines, including compensation practices, Talent Acquisition, Organizational Diagnosis, Employee relations, Diversity & Inclusion, Performance Management, Talent Management, Succession Planning process. • Business Acumen, In-depth knowledge & experience on HR processes & policies • Strong verbal and written communication skills; Good analytical skills with conceptual mindset. • Worked in Companies with Focus on Safety, Ethics & Integrity • Fair knowledge experience with HRIS and leveraging the same • Understanding of compensation programs, market pricing, incentive plans and equity programs. • Strong leadership, project management, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. • Working Knowledge of Labor, Shops & Establishment and related employment Laws.Years of Relevant Work Experience Required : 10-15 YearsPreferred Areas of Education, Certifications, and Skills: • Post-Graduation in Human Resource is preferred • Certification in HR Process, Facilitation, Employee Relations & Talent Management would be an added advantage