Associate Director- People IR & ER (India)

Job Title: Associate Director- People IR & ER (India) Location: Bangalore, Gurgaon, Hyderabad Reporting to: Associate Director, People Supply & Logistics, ISEA As an Applicant you should have 1. Experience in handling all the ER and IR related activities for different Scaled plants in India 2. Experience in setting-up, Merger and closure of Plant operations. (Preferred) 3. Must have handled legal audits and have seen and led at least one cycle of Long-Term Settlement/Agreement, Collective bargaining agreements. Stakeholders Functional Responsibilities This role impacts the business directly as it aims to maintain IR harmony at production units, hence this role encompasses collaboration with almost all but majorly with two key business stakeholders, which are : Supply & Logistics and Legal & Compliance. 1. Ensuring deployment and tracking of unit-based ER & IR roadmap. 2. Support in formulation of various organization wide ER policies in line with applicable Government guidelines and directives. 3. Contribute inputs on Blue collar workforce deployment, pay, performance management, training and skills enhancement to fulfil the overall productivity agenda of Supply & Logistics. 4. Suggest the philosophy and risk associated with deploying contract labor and various associated factors such as workforce ratio (FTE to Contract), and other legal considerations for PAN India operations 5. Building Rhythm on the usage of Self Compliance tool and highlight the non-compliance scorecard on monthly basis 6. Suggesting ER projects. 7. Benchmarking ER & IR philosophies Internally and externally 8. Maintaining and Updating the ER repository of all units 9. On need basis support unit HR team in the resolution of specific disciplinary or grievance cases, including acting as an arbiter between the workman/ union and management, when required 10. Drive and govern ring fencing initiatives for the units at corporate level by mapping all plants from the viewpoint of external environment and trade union management complexity. 11. Hands-on exposure with misconduct handling as per law of the land. Also the person should be experienced in handling industrial disputes effectively as per the process flow of conciliation, arbitration and adjunction Personal Attributes 1. Connects strongly with Dream, People & Culture. Uses these to operate and inspire self. 2. Demonstrates deep personal accountability for performance. 3. Moves easily between strategy and operational detail. 4. 5. Will share own view openly and speak out for what is right. 6. Focuses on priorities demonstrating rigor and brilliant execution in everything. 7. Must be future orientated, understands the bigger picture. Is a strong team player, values the diverse contributions of others. *Above mentioned is the detailed and best possible Job description of the role. ** In near future with change in business expectations/strategy or Industrial Relations dynamics the responsibilities charted above, might also change. Ideal Candidate Job Qualifications Skills/Knowledge Personal attributes MBA in HR from premier B-School 7-12 years of relevant experience Ability to lead and inspire teams Strong IR knowledge Good commercial acumen High level of communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build effective relationships in an ambiguous environment High energy Solution-oriented and positive attitude Exceptional customer orientation Fast-mover, quick to adapt Flexibility and resilience in a fast-moving environment Integrity and professionalism Love for beer!