Waman Pednekar
Seasoned Human Resources Professional
Summary
26+ years experienced Highly efficient visionary HR Leader and Coach well established in fast-paced and challenging environments.
Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Possessing a track record of spearheading teams to direct HR operations & drive organizational development, change management, employee engagement, L&D, and talent management initiatives across multi-million-dollar organizations.
Certified MBTI Practitioner, NLP Trainer, Franklin Covey Facilitator, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Brain Based Coach, and a Life Coach.
Passionate about working with individuals to support development of abilities and help each develop to full potential.
Friendly and personable professional willing to take on any challenge.
Highly skilled in directing all facets of HR with expertise in designing and executing impact driven HR strategies, setting up systems & procedures, administering HR operations, managing industrial relations, resolving industrial disputes and sustaining employee relations while ensuring compliance and partnering with stakeholders to resolve business issues and enable the achievement of short and long-term strategic goals.
Proficient in coaching, training and mentoring senior level employees and teams to guide employees, boost performance, improve retention and raise productivity. Adept at fostering stellar business relationships to provide compelling value to the stakeholders.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Chief HR Advisor, Mentor & Coach
Healence Mind Solutions
Goa
02.2019 - Current
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for team members dealing with difficult issues.
- Planned, developed, and implemented strategies to convey information with key decision makers.
- Developed and led special events that increased decision making, problem-solving and good judgment.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to foster development of problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
- Provided guidance on stress management and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm.
- Regularly assessed progress and provided feedback to support continued development.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Developed and implemented High Potential plans to foster career success.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to team members with career or personal concerns.
- Developed programmes Like MOHAN a comprehensive Coaching & Counseling System, that incorporates processes to enhance team effectiveness, strengthen leadership team, and maximize team performance.
- Developed programmes like SEENEMA a continuous learning tool wherein by utilizing movie analysis, we can offer valuable insights, promote self-reflection, and encourage employees to draw parallels between fictional scenarios and real-life challenges faced within our organization.
- Implemented successfully project management processes using ZOHO Projects to evaluate project timelines, lessons learned and best practices.
- Improved processes by recommending operational changes.
- Developed promoted and implemented an entire behavioral interview process with complete behavioral assessments and decision tree to improve retention and reduce attrition.
- Evaluated, proposed and Implemented greythHR software for HRMS, Payroll & Performance Management.
- Advised on organizational structure and human resource management to promote efficient business operations.
- Developed, promoted and successfully implemented employee reward programs like MILES, Spotlight, MOBSTER to increase employee retention and growth opportunities.
- Facilitated communication and collaboration between departments through regular team fitness evaluations to help business function smoothly.
- Provided support in negotiations and legal matters to help client negotiate complex business and legal issues.
- Provided guidance and training on sales strategies to help clients reach new customers and develop ideas to increase revenue by using knowledge of MBTI & NLP and how it can be used in sales negotiation.
- Coached executives to help them improve their behavioral performance on the job. Assisted them in developing self-confidence and positive self-image. Encouraged them to explore new hobbies and career opportunities to enhance quality of life.
- Assisted personnel in setting and achieving career goals to encourage success and independence.
- Coached a new and upcoming singer/ musician to reduce stress and anxiety, give exposure to live music forums, help achieve career vision and aspirations.
- Coached Women Professionals through powerful questioning and building awareness to enhance productivity, time management, managing work life balance and reducing stress through individual/ one-on-one coaching methodologies.
- Encouraged students to explore career-related opportunities through effective counseling and assessment's one-on-one.
HR Manager (Head of HR - South Asia)
Colorcon Asia Private Limited
Goa
07.2012 - 01.2019
- Led and managed HR operations for 300+ employees at South Asia
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training by using movies as training material for new hires, thereby bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback. Ideated, Implemented and successfully run programmes like SPEED , a high potential programme for Manager; WORKER , a skill development programme for workmen and P.R.O.G.R.E.S.S. ad idea generation programme for continuous improvement and learning.
- Introduced HiPo initiatives and enrolled 26 employees in the first year of its inception.
- Launched a Green Belt Six Sigma Program & certified 43 employees to foster an organization wide Operational Excellence culture.
- Successfully enabled installation of an Online Talent Review System called TRAC. as a part of the Global HR team to review and implement the new process and system.
- Engaged with HoDs for Manpower Planning & Budgeting , Resourcing, Deploying Expansion, Retention and Risk Mitigation.
- Supported & advised the BU Head/ Management on HR policies, procedures and practices while understanding business and setting up HR function for the BU development.
- Streamlined operations , enhanced employee morale, regulated attrition and established healthy work culture .
- Identified training requirements through training need analysis, planned and facilitated training programs and improved skills index across the organization
- Delivered sessions on goal setting , problem solving, leadership management based on the movies ‘Lakshya' ‘Chak De' ‘Ek Ruka Hua Faisla' & ‘Sister Act' and facilitated MBTI session for various teams in the organisation.
- Oversaw personnel management tasks like confirmations, appraisals, promotion & transfers
- Nurtured strong relations with Ministries , Government Departments, Labor Department, Civil Administration, Department of Industries while ensuring statutory compliance
- Resolved industrial disputes & initiated settlements with unions and built cordial relations.
- Managed recruitment function within budget and carried out talent acquisition for senior professionals.
- Ensured availability of skilled, trained and high-performing and motivated manpower by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
- Adhered to regulatory and process compliance ; closing audits on labour compliance with zero or no critical observations.
Sr. Manager HR (Corporate)
Indoco Remedies Limited
Goa
03.2002 - 07.2012
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
- Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.
- Implemented productivity benchmarks across all departments to maximize company revenue.
- Nurtured a Union free work environment for 10+ years
- Initiated and conducted employee satisfaction survey in-house for 2 years consecutively.
- Consistently planned, coordinated and implemented HR best practices at all 5 locations.
- Reviewed MIS including headcounts, salaries, wages and other HR related expenses.
- Designed and implemented cost cutting measures for controlling HR expenses.
Personnel & Administration Officer
Colfax Ltd.
Goa
07.2000 - 02.2002
- Coordinated training and personal development session for staff members.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
- Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive management-employee union relations.
Audit Assistant
| Achuthan & Co. Chartered Accountants
Mumbai
06.1998 - 08.1998
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Worked audit engagements for industries in IT, manufacturing etc.
- Followed up to assess and report corrective action completion or progress.
- Reviewed transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
- Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
Jr. Officer Accounts
Eastern Cargo Careers
Mumbai
06.1995 - 06.1998
- Managed payroll operations for team of 150 employees.
- Reconciled company bank accounts.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
Education
SSC - Mumbai Board
St. Dominic Savio High School
Mumbai 07.1989 - 1990.06
HSC - Mumbai Board
Bhavans College
Mumbai 07.1991 - 1992.06
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Business Communication
Bhavans
Mumbai 07.1994 - 1995.06
Masters of Management Studies - Human Resources Management
VES Institute of Management Studies & Research
Mumbai 06.1999 - 2000.05
Skills
HR Strategic Planning
Certification
NLP Trainer | NLP Practitioner & Master Practitioner
Timeline
Certified Power Intelligence Coach
09-2019
Chief HR Advisor, Mentor & Coach
Healence Mind Solutions
02.2019 - Current
Thomas PPA Practitioner
02-2015
Certified Brain Based Results Coach
12-2013
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
08-2013
HR Manager (Head of HR - South Asia)
Colorcon Asia Private Limited
07.2012 - 01.2019
Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist
11-2011
NLP Trainer | NLP Practitioner & Master Practitioner
08-2011
MBTI Practitioner
02-2011
Sr. Manager HR (Corporate)
Indoco Remedies Limited
03.2002 - 07.2012
Personnel & Administration Officer
Colfax Ltd.
07.2000 - 02.2002
Masters of Management Studies - Human Resources Management
VES Institute of Management Studies & Research
06.1999 - 2000.05
Audit Assistant
| Achuthan & Co. Chartered Accountants
06.1998 - 08.1998
Jr. Officer Accounts
Eastern Cargo Careers
06.1995 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Business Communication
Bhavans
07.1994 - 1995.06
HSC - Mumbai Board
Bhavans College
07.1991 - 1992.06
SSC - Mumbai Board
St. Dominic Savio High School
07.1989 - 1990.06
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