Surendra Sharma
Talent Development Head-HR
Rudrapur,UT
Summary
Results-driven HR leader with over 15 years of experience in the manufacturing and automotive sectors, along with expertise in the Paper & Pulp and Board & Ply industries. Proven success in talent needs identification, competency mapping, succession planning, and leadership development, with a strong emphasis on ROI-based training and the implementation of MBO, OKR, and Balanced Scorecard methodologies. Proficient in aligning HR strategies with business objectives to enhance productivity, ensure compliance, and foster sustainable growth. Committed to employee engagement and HR digitalization, supporting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
HR- Head Talent Development (T&D) (Corporate & Plants)
PAKKA Limited (YASH Group Company)
06.2024 - Current
- HR Strategy development, policy design, Change Management, and execution.
- Technical & Non-technical Learning & Development Strategy for Middle, Senior and Shopfloor team members as process required
- Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
- Competency Mapping
- Technical & Safety Training
- Lean/TPM / 5S / Kaizen Capability Building
- Leadership Development
- I 4.0/Digital learning /AI-ML on shop floor & leadership development
- LMS & Digital Learning Management
- Training Effectiveness & ROI Analysis
- On-the-Job Training & Skill Certification
- Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Succession planning, competency & career path mapping.
- Talent Analytics, Forecasting & High-potential assessment.
- Performance management, KPI setting, appraisal design (360, MBO).
- Employee lifecycle planning with retention focus.
- Training needs analysis (TNA), curriculum design, and ROI evaluation.
- OD interventions, cultural transformation & change management.
- Engagement strategy, coaching, mentoring & R&R planning.
- Strategic HR planning aligned with business goals.
- TA strategy: sourcing, branding, interview & onboarding via ATS.
Manager HR- L&OD, Talent Management (Plants & Corporate)
Balaji Action Buildwell Pvt Ltd. (ACTION Group Company)
05.2022 - 06.2024
- TNI via PMS, survey, and special methodology (25+ approach).
- Technical Training center Installation and moderate
- Skill Matrix Implementation and aligned with TPM & Lean
- Stack holder management and Budget tacking
- Organizational Development (OD) Strategy Change Management & Team Alignment with Training Gaps.
- Leadership Development & Effectiveness.
- OD Diagnosis & Survey Analysis.
- Succession Planning & Career Pathing.
- Training calendar, MIS, ROI tracking, effectiveness analysis.
- Campus hiring (GET/DET/MT) & lateral hiring.
- TA lifecycle: sourcing onboarding.
- PMS & OKR management with development support.
- HR policy formulation, audit management (IATF, ISO etc.).
- R&R, engagement, GPTW & internal surveys.
- LMS handling, SGA/QC/Kaizen/Competitions/TPM.
- Strategic workforce planning and skill matrix formulation.
Manager HR- T&OD(Three Plants)
Subros Limited
05.2021 - 05.2022
- MDP/SDP execution, DOJO & technical faculty development training.
- High-Potential Talent Program Management.
- Employee Onboarding & Engagement Programs.
- Organizational Design & Workforce Planning, Change Initiative.
- Culture Transformation Initiatives via AI/ML technologies training
- Employee Feedback Mechanisms (30/60/90 Days, Exit, Buddy Programs).
- OD Metrics, Dashboards & Data Analytics.
- MIS Reporting & Strategic HR Insights.
- Leadership development programs and coaching.
- TA management from MRF to joining.
- PMS, goal tracking, employee improvement plans.
- Competency mapping, succession planning & HR audits.
- Union relations, workplace satisfaction initiatives.
- Strategic HR initiatives and workforce planning.
Human Recourse Manager –T&D (Corporate)
Shaktiman “Tirth Agro Limited “
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Career or Skill Growth plan formation for employees for the next two years or as per policy.
- Quarterly review of Feedback and effectiveness of the training Technical.
- Troubleshooting of all technical problems; conducting various tests & inspections to ensure that the Training developed are following pre-set technical Tests.
- Provided support and coordination on various projects and activities related to the performance management process via training Lean/TPM , 5S, Kaizen , SPC etc.
- Goal Setting / APS / KRA/KPI/KMI preparation and support to the team.
- Cascade the Goals to the team.
- Provides measurement standards, targets, and KPIs to the management team with respect to the performance management process, including both informal performance and annual formal performance appraisals.
- Ensuring the timely review of the Team members to move to the next level.
- Manage all recruitment needs for the company, including, implementing, and continually developing a robust recruitment process.
- Overseeing the day-to-day management of the recruitment process, including reviewing job descriptions, website advertising, updating of the company resource plan, shifting and selection of CVs, attending interviews, and selecting candidates.
- Conducting a Climate Survey and presenting it to the management.
- Develop succession plans in close liaison with management and HOD.
- Conduct an internal salary survey and adjust salary compression share it with management.
- Succession Planning and Employee mentorship program.
- TQM/TPM / ISO/ OHSAS/ EMS / ERM/ ACMA/ AQM/ CII / External and Internal Audits etc.
- Investigating and resolving complex or critical industrial relations issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Led the design and execution of training needs analysis (TNA), customized curricula, and ROI assessments to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Championed change management initiatives to support organizational development (OD) interventions and cultural transformation across corporate and plant locations.
- Utilized advanced talent analytics and forecasting techniques to identify high-potential employees and support strategic workforce planning.
- Managed performance management systems including 360-degree feedback, MBOs, and KPI settings to drive employee engagement and performance improvement.
- Directed talent acquisition strategies including campus and lateral hiring, employer branding, and onboarding processes through ATS platforms.
- Designed and executed tailored training and development programs targeting skill enhancement aligned with corporate strategic objectives and career growth plans.
- Implemented quarterly feedback mechanisms and training effectiveness evaluations to continually refine learning interventions and maximize ROI.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration to troubleshoot training delivery issues and ensure consistency in adherence to technical and compliance standards.
- Led investigation and resolution of complex industrial relations issues, ensuring compliance with legal standards and fostering a positive work environment.
- Strategically formulated and implemented career and skill development plans aligned with organizational growth and employee progression policies.
- Conducted comprehensive internal salary surveys and adjusted salary structures to address compression issues, enhancing retention and employee satisfaction.
Assistant Manager HR- T&D (Corporate Office)
Endurance Technologies Limited
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Technical Training and Development for all plants in India.
- Induction training and Project allocation for the NIT and New joiners.
- Succession Planning for critical positions and SDP/MDP Plan as accordingly...
- Policy formation and implementation in the group level with the help of CHRO for training.
- Skill matrix review plant-wise and MIS tracking.
- Training MIS and reporting to the management.
- Plants employee development project tracking and report for technical training.
- Career or Skill Growth plan training for employees for the next two years or as per policy.
- Quarterly review of Feedback and effectiveness of the training I all plants.
- Troubleshooting of all technical problems; conducting various tests & inspections to ensure that the Training developed are following pre-set technical Tests.
- Ensuring adherence of the Training Calendar during Training and maintaining all related documents.
- Implementing various techniques for training and development.
- Managing complaints, managing grievance procedures, and facilitating counselling in conjunction with other stakeholders.
- Die casting short term program started at Aurangabad plants at technical training center.
- Monthly Plants Visit and training delivery as per the plan.
- Technical training delivery-5S/TPM/7QC/MSA/SPC/Poka Yoke/8 Wastage etc
- Plant wise ROI Calculation and report to management.
- TTT program for all plants Technical Trainers
- Technical trainer pool and Skilling as per the process requirement.
HRBP –Technical Trainer (North Locations)
Spicer India Limited
10.2010 - 02.2018
- Identifying the Training Needs of employees through a PMS, survey.
- Preparation of Training Calendar.
- Ensuring timely training programs for all employees and leaders.
- Anand University training calendar training plan and execution.
- Special training in data management and tracking.
- Maintaining Monthly Training Schedule.
- Maintaining Training's Feedback Report.
- Career or Skill Growth plan training for employees for the next two years or as per policy.
- Quarterly review of Feedback and effectiveness of the training.
- Troubleshooting of all technical problems; conducting various tests & inspections to ensure that the Training developed are following pre-set technical Tests.
- Ensuring adherence of the Training Calendar during Training and maintaining all related documents.
- Implementing various techniques for training and development.
- Skill Book tracking and monthly appraisal for the OE grades.
- PMS planning with HODs.
- PMS documentation and management.
- Appraisal letter formation and flashing to employees.
- Manage all recruitment needs for the company, including implementing and continually developing a robust recruitment process.
- Overseeing the day-to-day management of the recruitment process, including reviewing job descriptions, website advertising, updating the company resource plan, shifting and selection of cvs, attending interviews, and selecting candidates.
- Managing the collection of references and database.
- Ensuring all relevant documents, Certificates, and ID are received on or before first day of joining.
- Post jobs in appropriate channels & gather relevant resumes.
- Utilization of IJP, ERP, Data Bank & other sources.
- Sourcing profiles from Job sites, Internal Database, References, and social media for Entry Level, Junior Level, Mid-Level, Senior-level vacant positions.
- Assess candidates on basic hygiene, soft skills, experiences & aptitude.
- Follow the Turnaround Time (TAT) concern to hiring.
- Onboarding and induction formalities of new hires.
- Maintain a Systematic and Comprehensive Database as a history of the End to End recruitment cycle.
- GPTW, EE Surveys and analysis.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Higher Secondary School - undefined
Skills
HRIS
E-Learning
Analytical approach
HR Strategy Development
Succession Planning
Talent Management
Change Management
Training Needs Analysis
Organizational Development
HR Policy Formulation
Leadership Development
Succession Planning
Career Path Mapping
Certification
Certified Trainer NTTF Bengaluru & Anand U Certified Trainer with A+ Grade 2015 - 2015
Interests
Reading Books, Teaching, Swimming
Timeline
HR- Head Talent Development (T&D) (Corporate & Plants)
PAKKA Limited (YASH Group Company)
06.2024 - Current
Manager HR- L&OD, Talent Management (Plants & Corporate)
Balaji Action Buildwell Pvt Ltd. (ACTION Group Company)
05.2022 - 06.2024
Manager HR- T&OD(Three Plants)
Subros Limited
05.2021 - 05.2022
Human Recourse Manager –T&D (Corporate)
Shaktiman “Tirth Agro Limited “
10.2019 - 04.2021
Assistant Manager HR- T&D (Corporate Office)
Endurance Technologies Limited
04.2018 - 10.2019
HRBP –Technical Trainer (North Locations)
Spicer India Limited
10.2010 - 02.2018