Deputy General Manager - People Business Enabler

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market. 

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion?  We are now looking for a …

Deputy General Manager- People Business Enabler

Job Title:     Deputy General Manager- People Business Enabler

Reports to:  Factory Manager

Role Type:   Lead role (1-2 reporting)

Location:      Pune

Purpose of the role:

As a HR Partner for business, provide support and leadership to drive the people strategy and ensure seamlessness and consistent employee experience on people processes and foster positive cultural change by managing and maintaining positive employee relations, compliance with labor laws, and promoting a healthy work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Drive key Change initiatives in the factory to ensure engagement, development as well as productivity improvement.
• Foster and nurture a smooth Industrial relations climate by working closely with the Union / Shop floor team in ensuring right behaviors/ discipline.
• Promoting an orderly but friendly work environment to increase the productivity of the employees.
• Handling / dealing with employee complaints, grievances and resolve it timely/ proactively and ensuring healthy work relationships and a supportive atmosphere at the workplace

Collective Bargaining:

• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations with labor unions, if applicable.
• Collaborate with union representatives to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
• Ensure all collective bargaining agreements are implemented and adhered to.

Dispute Resolution:

• Handle disputes and conflicts within the workplace effectively and diplomatically.
• Investigate and resolve labor-related issues, ensuring they are resolved in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

Talent and Leadership

• Partner with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to allocated HC and ensure timely hiring against vacancies
• Critically evaluate external talent to ensure right hire – cultural evaluation and potential evaluation
• Strong succession pipeline for N-3/4 leadership positions
• Develop and deploy the competency framework for creating a future ready workforce
• Support Talent development by focusing on Organizational capability, Individual needs and core competence

Culture and workplace

• Work towards creating a ‘Best place to work’
• Drive customer centric approach with innovation
• Drive various diversity and inclusion initiatives and develop infrastructure for inclusive workplace
• Monitor and report employee pulse through regular engagement with employees
• Co-create and drive employee engagement plans and maintain and strengthen relationships

Learning & development

• Identify training and development needs of employees and collaborate with relevant teams to provide training programs.
• Encourage skill development, career growth, and succession planning within the manufacturing workforce.

Metrics

• Hiring within agreed timelines
• Succession planning for all critical roles
• Engagement scores improvement
• Cordial/ harmonious Industrial Relations
• Zero non-compliance on Statutory laws

Competencies

• Excellent Communication skills
• Stakeholder Management/Influencing skills
• Problem solving skills
• Learning agility
• Drive for results/Execution rigor
• Analytical skills
• Attention to details
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations and policies.

Candidate Profile

1. Post-Graduation in Human Resource Management from reputed College
2. 15+ years of experience in HRBP with a good brand, preferably from Manufacturing or engineering org having Labour Trade Union set up.
3. Knowledge on Factory & Labour Laws and exposure to LTS settlement is a must.
4. Needs to have a flair and understanding for IR.

Qualification –

• BE/ B.Tech. and preferred MBA.

You will enjoy working here if you (are/have) 

Ideal profile would be someone keen to learn, grow and work in fast paced environment. Someone who is:

• Strategic and Visionary: Sees the big picture and connects CSR and sustainability goals to long term business strategy and brand image.
• Curious & Data oriented: Makes decisions based on data and continuously learn on new trends and reporting standards.
• Excellent Communicator: Coordinates between departments, executives, and external stakeholders.
• Passionate & Resilient: Handles multiple tasks and thrives in dynamic environments.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF 

Some additional information 

This position will be located in Pune

If you have any questions about the position or regarding the recruitment process, please contact Sonam Dalal, Consultant, RPO by email sonam.dalal@skf.com.   

Is this you?  
If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV in English no later than 20-January-2026.   Please note that we can't accept applications via email. 
We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

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At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.