Deputy 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 Manager-People Business Enabler - Automotive Business

Job Description

Job Title: Deputy Manager – People Business Enabler 

Role Type: Individual Contributor

Role Reports to: Head – People Experience, Automotive India

Purpose of the Role

As an People business enabler for Sales, Engineering, and Central Functions, the role is responsible for driving the people agenda in alignment with business priorities. The role will ensure seamless and consistent employee experience across people processes, enable leadership effectiveness, strengthen culture and engagement, and build organizational capability to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Business HR Partnering

• Act as a strategic HR partner to business leaders across Sales, Engineering, and Central Functions.
• Enable effective workforce planning aligned to business strategy and budgeted headcount.
• Advise leaders on organization design, role clarity, team effectiveness, and change management.
• Ensure consistent deployment of HR policies, processes, and governance frameworks.

Talent Management & Leadership Development

• Partner with stakeholders to enable timely hiring against approved manpower plans.
• Support assessment and selection of external talent with focus on cultural fit and future potential.
• Drive succession planning and talent reviews for critical roles
• Support deployment of competency frameworks to build a future-ready workforce.
• Enable leadership and capability development initiatives.

Performance & Capability Management

• Drive effective goal setting, performance reviews, and differentiation aligned to business goals.
• Coach managers on performance management, feedback culture, and people decision-making.
• Support career development conversations and internal mobility.

Culture, Engagement & Employee Experience

• Drive initiatives to build a high-performance, inclusive, and values-driven culture.
• Strengthen employee engagement through data-driven action planning.
• Enable diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across supported functions.

Learning & Development

• Identify capability gaps based on business needs and future skills.
• Partner with Learning teams to design and deploy development interventions.
• Encourage continuous learning, skill enhancement, and career growth.

HR Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to HR policies, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Support internal audits and reviews related to people processes.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and data accuracy.

Key Success Measures

• Timely hiring against approved manpower plans
• Succession coverage for critical roles
• Improvement in engagement and employee experience scores
• Leadership capability improvement
• Zero major audit observations related to HR governance

Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Influencing and consulting capability
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Learning agility and adaptability
• Execution rigor and attention to detail

Requirements (Candidate Profile)

• Postgraduate qualification in Human Resource Management from a reputed institute
• 8+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner supporting Sales, Engineering, or Corporate functions
• Strong exposure to talent management, leadership development, and performance management
• Experience working closely with senior leaders in a matrixed organization

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

•  Change‑oriented HR Partner: Balances respect for legacy systems with embedding future‑focused people practices.
• Matrix Operator: Navigates complexity, manages diverse stakeholders, and influences outcomes without formal authority.
• Business‑first Mindset: Commercially aware, curious, and skilled at translating strategy into pragmatic, value‑creating solutions.
• Hands‑on & Resilient: Solutions‑focused, credible through execution, and comfortable leading in ambiguity.

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

Is this you?  
If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV in English no later than 18-May-2025.   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.