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SVP/VP HR

Ahmedabad Permanent View Job Description
Seeking a dynamic Head HR to lead HR strategy for a 10,000-strong workforce across manufacturing, R&D, and sales in India. Drive transformation, cultural change, and collaboration in a global organization with competitive rewards and growth potential.
  • Lead HR strategy across diverse functions, including manufacturing and sales
  • Be at the forefront of organizational transformation in a high-growth industry

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader with a strong presence in India, operating across manufacturing, science, R&D, and sales. The company is renowned for fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, empowering employees to contribute meaningfully to organizational goals. With a commitment to transformation and growth, this is an excellent opportunity for HR leaders to make a significant impact.

Job Description

  • Partner with senior leadership to design and implement innovative HR strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Oversee HR functions for manufacturing, R&D, sales, and corporate functions, managing a diverse and large workforce.
  • Lead initiatives in cultural transformation, stakeholder management, and employee engagement to foster a high-performance culture.
  • Drive compliance, collaboration, and mindset change across stakeholder groups, including manufacturing heads and sales leaders.
  • Spearhead organizational change initiatives to align with global standards, preparing for future succession planning opportunities.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Extensive experience in senior HR leadership roles, preferably 18+ years across large-scale manufacturing, R&D and sales-driven organizations.
  • Proven expertise in driving transformation, change management, and cultural evolution.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse groups, including senior leadership.
  • A track record of building HR strategies that balance immediate priorities with long-term vision.
  • Global experience (preferred), with an understanding of succession planning and preparing for global leadership pipelines.
  • Open to Ahmedabad as a location, WFO
  • Candidate should come with experience in the manufacturing industry, managing at least 10,000 employees.

What's on Offer

  • The opportunity to shape the HR strategy of a high-impact organization, driving change at scale.
  • Career growth potential within a global organization, including future opportunities to lead HR globally
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6618106

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Sub Sector
HR Director
What is your area of specialisation?
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Ahmedabad
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-122024-6618106

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.