Lead the HR function for Kraft Heinz's Global Capability Centre, overseeing various HR verticals, strategies, and initiatives to drive organizational growth and employee engagement.
Job Description
Overview:
The HR Head will lead the end-to-end HR function for a 1000-member Global Capability Centre (GCC) of Kraft Heinz, encompassing Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering, Compensation & Benefits, and Talent Management. The role requires strategic leadership and operational excellence to strengthen people practices and drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Must Have Qualifications & Experience:
Good to Have:
Budget & Band:
Other Details:
Location(s)
Ahmedabad - Venus Stratum GCC
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Overview:
The HR Head will lead the end-to-end HR function for a 1000-member Global Capability Centre (GCC) of Kraft Heinz, encompassing Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering, Compensation & Benefits, and Talent Management. The role requires strategic leadership and operational excellence to strengthen people practices and drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the HR function for the GCC, managing a 12-member core team.
- Design and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Oversee Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering, and Compensation & Benefits.
- Drive Talent Management and Employee Engagement initiatives.
- Ensure HR policies and practices are compliant, scalable, and business-aligned.
- Collaborate with global and regional HR counterparts to harmonize processes.
- Provide strategic input on workforce planning, organizational design, and capability building.
- Partner with leadership on diversity, inclusion, and succession planning.
- Manage communication channels and foster a high-performance culture.
- Handle change management and transformation initiatives proactively.
Must Have Qualifications & Experience:
- 15-20 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an MNC or GCC setup.
- Proven leadership experience managing multiple HR verticals.
- Strong exposure to HRBP, Talent Acquisition, and Compensation & Benefits.
- Demonstrated ability to scale up HR functions and manage larger portfolios.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- High maturity and judgment in handling complex employee and leadership issues.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Compliant, structured, and proactive approach to HR operations.
Good to Have:
- Experience working in the manufacturing or FMCG sector.
- Exposure to diversity and inclusion programs.
- Fluency in additional languages (preferred but not mandatory).
- Prior experience leading HR transformation or digital HR initiatives.
- Frequent traveller flexibility for cross-location coordination.
Budget & Band:
- Band 10 - Associate Director
Other Details:
- Notice Period: Immediate joiner preferred or short notice.
Location(s)
Ahmedabad - Venus Stratum GCC
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Top Skills
Compensation & Benefits
Hr Management
People Practices
Talent Acquisition
Talent Management
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