Organisational Development

Designation: Manager / Senior Manager - Organizational Development & Learning

Location: Chennai

Education: MBA (HR) / MSW / Postgraduate in HR, Organizational Psychology, or related field from a reputed institute.

Experience: 10 to 14 years of experience in OD and L&D roles, preferably in manufacturing or large industrial organizations. Exposure to leadership development, talent management processes, and handling multi-location learning delivery is essential.

Reporting to: Head Human Resources - Glass, Glass Solutions & Home & Hospitality.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Organizational Development

• Develop and implement a comprehensive organizational development strategy that aligns with the company's overall business goals and objectives.
• Partner with senior leaders and key stakeholders to identify and address organizational development needs, gaps, and opportunities.
• Design and ensure programs and initiatives that support employee development, talent management, and succession planning.
• Lead cultural transformation initiatives and foster a positive work environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct organizational assessments and diagnose organizational issues to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with HRBP and other cross-functional teams to ensure that organizational development initiatives are integrated with other HR programs and processes.

2. Leadership Development

• Manage flagship leadership development programs for mid-level and senior leaders
• Address developmental needs at all levels, including senior leaders and managers to enhance their leadership capabilities.
• Coordinate with external consultants and academic institutions for leadership interventions
• Facilitate executive coaching engagements and 360-degree feedback processes

3. Capability Building

• Build organizational capability: evaluation of current capabilities, building future skills based on the business needs
• Build managerial capability across levels through targeted interventions
• Track ROI of key learning programs and measure impact on business outcomes
• Drive on-the-job learning culture and continuous development through mentoring and knowledge-sharing forums
• Design and lead a comprehensive campus training program aimed at equipping trainees with the skills and capabilities required for successful transition into full-time roles

4. Change Management & Communication

• Develop and execute change management strategies to support organizational change initiatives, including function specific interventions, communication plans, training programs, and employee engagement.

5. Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Engage with business leaders, plant HR managers, and department heads to co-create OD and L&D initiatives
• Manage relationships with external training vendors, consultants, and universities

Key Competencies Required:

• Proven experience as an Organizational Development professional or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of organizational development principles, theories, and practices.
• Excellent leadership / influencing and people management skills, with the ability to motivate others.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• In-depth knowledge of change management principles and methodologies.
• Experience in designing and delivering training programs and workshops.
• Proficient in using organizational development tools and technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence others.