VIJAY TIWATANE
Pune
Summary
Experienced HR & Industrial Relations Manager with 18 years in large manufacturing units. Skilled in Core HR practices, union management, and labor litigation resolution, ensuring legal compliance and positive employee relations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager Personnel & I.R. (Corporate Function)
Bajaj Auto Limited
02.2020 - Current
- The company's achievements were not solely due to its groundbreaking products but also to its proactive management of industrial relations, cultivating a harmonious and collaborative environment for both employees and management.
- As a corporate function, employee relations serve as the cornerstone for cultivating a culture of mutual respect, open communication, and cooperation within the organization.
- Successfully implemented strategies to minimize the legal costs and court cases, particularly in labor law litigation, for the company, while ensuring seamless operations and demonstrating expertise in cost-effective legal management on my resume.
- Effectively monitored all plant's statutory compliance with zero tolerance & labour litigations, commercial contracts & agreements, service agreements and provided expert legal advice to operations and Plant HRs, ensuring strict adherence to regulations and optimal risk management practices.
Manger Human Resources & IR
Finolex Industries
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Proactive role of HR in ensuring the organization's long-term success by cultivating a pipeline of capable leaders from within the company for all levels of Managers and Sr.Executives.
- Implemented succession planning initiatives involves providing personal coaching, creating individual development plans, offering leadership coaching, and organizing development centers to groom and prepare employees for future leadership roles within the organization."
- Accomplished the successful implementation of an online Performance Management System through SAP's SuccessFactors program, complemented by comprehensive employee awareness campaigns aimed at fostering engagement across all organizational levels.
- Successfully negotiated and executed a Long-Term Settlement (agreement) with the union of contract labors, adeptly resolving issues without any delays or loss of man-days, and without necessitating intervention from government authorities.
- Effectively executed core HR functions including learning initiatives, employee communication, and recruitment processes, alongside adept management of relationships with the union of permanent workmen (Industrial Relations), works committee, and general administrative duties.
Manager Human Resources
Gabriel India Ltd.
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies like Anand Development Program (for Anand Group) and fostering a positive work environment by securing Great Place to work award.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation like SAP, SucessFactor, CLMS.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives, settling Long Term Objectives across the plant through KRA.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the various plants of organization.
- Championed employee wellness initiatives resulting in improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism. This is for improve Industrial Relations.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions. These includes grievances related to POSH.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
Manager Human Resources & I R
Radico NV Distilleries MH Ltd.
08.2013 - 07.2017
- "Ensured strict adherence to food and liquor industry regulations and legal standards according to ISO and FSSAI guidelines by implementing robust policies and conducting comprehensive training programs for staff members, unionized workmen, and contract employees.
- Established a culture of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within the workforce through awareness initiatives and daily routines, guaranteeing compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Accomplished ISO 9001:2015 certification as the Management Representative (MR) of the factory, showcasing dedication to quality management and organizational excellence.
- Proficiently managed recruitment processes, Performance Management System (PMS), training initiatives, industrial relations, facilitated long-term settlements, contract labour management and ensured statutory compliance within the organization."
Asst. Manager Personnel & HR (Welfare Officer)
Ashok Leyland Ltd.
08.2008 - 07.2013
- Successfully implemented employee engagement strategies, welfare programs, and initiatives to cultivate a vibrant workplace culture, integrating Gemba activities. Additionally, took the lead in preparing the denim award to recognize and celebrate exceptional contributions from employees.
- Effectively cultivated relations with the union through proactive engagement and active participation in negotiation teams. Facilitated wage surveys and gathered insights from shop floor elites to ensure fair and equitable outcomes.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and development endeavors while monitoring the employee life cycle. Efficiently managed outsourced employee management processes to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Education
LL.B. (Three Years Full Time Course) -
New Law College
Pune04.2005
Master of Science - Master of Social Work (MSW) With HRM
Ch. Shivaji University
Kolhapur, India04.2002
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Pune
Pune04.2000
Skills
Industrial Relations
Labour Law Litigations
Commercial, Service Contracts& Agreements
Long Term Settlement/Wage Agreements
Statutory Compliances
Law amendments & New Labour Law Codes
Legal cost , Contingent Liability control
Core HR Practices
Succession Planning
Arbitration & Grievance Redressal
GEMBA initiatives
Denim award -People Management part
Certification
PG Diploma in Arbitration & Conciliation
Timeline
Manager Personnel & I.R. (Corporate Function)
Bajaj Auto Limited
02.2020 - Current
Manger Human Resources & IR
Finolex Industries
04.2019 - 02.2020
Manager Human Resources
Gabriel India Ltd.
08.2017 - 03.2019
Manager Human Resources & I R
Radico NV Distilleries MH Ltd.
08.2013 - 07.2017
Asst. Manager Personnel & HR (Welfare Officer)
Ashok Leyland Ltd.
08.2008 - 07.2013
LL.B. (Three Years Full Time Course) -
New Law College
Master of Science - Master of Social Work (MSW) With HRM
Ch. Shivaji University
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Pune
PG Diploma in Arbitration & Conciliation
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