We are hiring for a a diversified Indian conglomerate with a significant presence in the Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals sector, is seeking an accomplished Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead the people agenda and drive organizational growth through strategic talent initiatives.
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for building a future-ready workforce, strengthening leadership capabilities, and enabling business expansion through robust talent acquisition and human capital strategies.
Company: Leading Indian Conglomerate
Role: Chief Human Resources Officer
Industry: Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals
Location: Ahmedabad / Pune
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Talent Acquisition & Leadership Hiring
- Design and execute the organization's talent acquisition strategy aligned with business growth plans.
- Lead large-scale hiring initiatives across manufacturing, R&D, commercial, corporate, and leadership functions.
- Build strong talent pipelines for critical and niche positions across the Chemicals and Pharma value chain.
- Partner with business leaders to anticipate workforce requirements and develop proactive hiring plans.
- Drive executive and leadership hiring initiatives, succession planning, and talent mapping programs.
Workforce Planning & Talent Management
- Develop long-term workforce strategies to support capacity expansion, new business initiatives, and digital transformation.
- Establish robust talent review, succession planning, and high-potential development frameworks.
- Lead performance management and capability-building initiatives across the organization.
- Drive employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness programs.
HR Transformation & Business Partnership
- Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and leadership team on all people-related matters.
- Lead HR transformation initiatives, process excellence, and HR technology adoption.
- Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, governance standards, and HR policies.
Organization Development & Culture
- Drive change management and organizational design initiatives.
- Build leadership capability and strengthen the organizational culture.
- Champion diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being programs.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 18+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably within Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Specialty Chemicals, or Process Industries.
- Strong experience in workforce planning, succession management, and HR transformation.
Application Process
Interested professionals may share their updated profile for a confidential discussion.
Please Note: Due to the anticipated volume of applications, profiles will be reviewed and evaluated over the next two weeks. The screening and shortlisting process will be conducted during this period, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted thereafter for the next steps in the selection process.
