Chief Human Resources Officer - Manufacturing - TISS/XLRI/IIM/SCMHRD/MDI

Confidential Role: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Manufacturing Industry
Location: Mumbai / Delhi / Bangalore Corporate Office Role
About the Opportunity:
We are managing multiple mandates with different client partners in the manufacturing sector. For this confidential role, we are seeking a seasoned HR leader who has already served as CHRO or held equivalent leadership positions in larger organizations. This mandate is highly strategic; the selected candidate will report directly to the senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a rapidly growing organization. Confidential Role: We will get in touch with only the most relevant profiles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead HR across Organization Development (OD), Talent Management (TM), Learning & Development (L&D), HR Business Partnering, Employee Relations & Labour Relations (ERLR), HR Operations, and Employee Services.
- Establish and manage Centers of Excellence in Talent Acquisition, Organization Development & Effectiveness, and Employer Services.
- Partner with senior leadership to design and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
- Drive cultural transformation and build a high performance organization.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, HR policies, and industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- MBA in Human Resource Management from a premier institution such as TISS, XLRI, IIMs, SCMHRD, or MDI, or a full time regular MBA from other reputed colleges.

- 13 - 25 years of HR experience, with significant exposure to the manufacturing industry.
- Must have prior experience as CHRO or Corporate HR Head in a large organization.
Key Skills & Competencies:
1. Strategic HR Leadership:
- Define and execute HR strategy aligned with business goals, ensuring HR contributes directly to organizational growth and competitiveness.
2. Organization Development:
- Drive structural improvements, change management, and culture building initiatives to strengthen organizational effectiveness.
3. Talent Management:
- Oversee succession planning, leadership development, and retention strategies to build a strong talent pipeline.
4. Learning & Development:
- Establish training frameworks, capability building programs, and continuous learning culture across the organization.
5. HR Business Partnering:
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning HR practices with business needs and supporting decision-making.
6. Employee Relations & Labour Relations:
- Ensure harmonious workplace relations, compliance with labour laws, and proactive resolution of disputes.
7. HR Operations & Services:
- Streamline HR processes, payroll, benefits, and employee services to deliver efficiency and employee satisfaction.
8. Centers of Excellence:
- Lead specialized HR functions such as Talent Acquisition, OD & OE, and Employer Services to drive best practices.
9. Performance Management Systems:
- Implement and monitor PMS frameworks to ensure accountability, productivity, and recognition of high performers.
10. Compliance & Policy Governance:
- Maintain strong knowledge of labour laws, HR policies, and ensure adherence across all units.
Compensation:
- CTC: Attractive package up to 1.5 Cr per annum, depending on current CTC.