Saikat Sarkar
Cypress,US
Summary
With over 22 years of experience as a Director of Human Resources in high-tech, manufacturing, and engineering sectors, have successfully led transformative HR programs and projects. Expertise in HR business partnering, talent development, and talent acquisition. Proud to have fostered an inclusive and development culture throughout. Experienced with overseeing international operations and aligning global strategies to organizational goals. Utilizes collaborative leadership approach to foster team cohesion and drive results. Track record of implementing innovative solutions and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Director of Human Resources
Precision Castparts Corp (Wyman Gordon)
06.2022 - Current
- Provides leadership, counsel, and support to the Wyman Gordon group (1000 employees) for key business initiatives and business-related matters and processes for Houston, South Carolina & Mexico Plants
- Steered HR strategies for M&A, aligning with corporate goals and workforce integration
- Leads talent management actions and results with the business including building deep and diverse talent pipelines for key positions, conducting, and participating in regular cadence talent reviews (business, functional) at the local and company level where required; identification and validation of HP and IHP (International High Potentials) at the business and Company level; developing future stars and succession candidates
- Good understanding of IMOB (International Mobility processes)
- Acts as culture change agent, assessing and providing opportunities for improvement including rewards, leadership, policies, and other systemic levers that drive organizational effectiveness and engagement (active champion of Diversity, Inclusion & Equity
- Lead as a Subject Matter expert to work with Union & Management for any grievances & arbitrations
- Directed organizational realignment to new business strategy of growth and innovation; created new leadership poles in North America and Latin America; upgraded product management teams; created new engineering COEs in South Carolina and Mexico for product localization
- Designed/created organization for new $100M Energy Automation Solutions business unit and facilitated integration of existing product lines with two newly acquired companies
- Overhauled compensation strategies to align with market standards, improving staff retention
- Established a mentoring program that accelerated employee career development
- Revamped performance appraisal system, increasing transparency and employee satisfaction
- Drove improvements to labor management in order to reduce expenses and increase business profits.
- Launched training programs for employees worldwide, enhancing skillsets and career development opportunities within the company.
Global Director of Human Resources
AMETEK Inc.
02.2016 - 06.2022
- Developed and championed short- and long-term people strategies aligned with global business objectives/strategy
- Reestablished and structured Human Resources department
- Included realignment of work/level loading, establishing standards/focus and priorities, standard work and hiring for critical HR roles in Wayne & Pasadena offices
- Pioneered a Career Model in India, later adapted for US teams
- Boosted retention through revamped recruitment and talent management processes
- Collaborated with CCO to transform the Wayne Centre into a fully operational hub
- Developed unique performance metrics that improved team productivity
- Initiated a leadership training program impacting over 50 managers
- Fostered a culture of teamwork that reduced turnover by 15%
Senior Human Resources Leader
Caterpillar Inc.
12.2010 - 02.2016
- Directed performance and talent review process, instilling a culture of ongoing enhancement
- Focused on the big picture strategies of the business and anticipated human capital needs and implications inclusive of long-term HR objectives and goals
- Enhanced and improved recruitment strategy and workforce planning process
- Attracted and retained key talent with a focus on Talent Management, including Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Talent Assessment/Mapping, Performance Management, Development, and Organizational Planning
- Revamped Talent Management procedures, encompassing acquisition, onboarding, and evaluation
- Pioneered the formulation of development plans, facilitating talent augmentation
- Created, revised, and implemented HR polices
- Created and implemented key employee relations programs/processes including Skip Levels, 360’s, HR roundtables etc
- Analyzed and measured current HRIS system, made recommendations to VPs on changes and upgrades
- Responsible for implementation of any new systems and deployment across businesses
- Provided new HR solutions and HR thought leadership
Site HR Business Partner Leader
CGI Information Systems
09.2009 - 12.2010
- Spearheaded HR initiatives, elevating staff retention by 20% at CGI Information Systems
- Streamlined HR operations through meticulous analysis, bolstering team efficiency
- Provided robust support to over 300 employees, enhancing job satisfaction and productivity
- Devised innovative HR strategies in alignment with CGI's corporate vision
- Managed comprehensive employee records, ensuring stringent compliance and accuracy
Human Resources Manager
Essar Corporation
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Managed HR operations at Essar Corporation
- Drove development and implementation of HR policies, practices, and initiatives that promoted culture of inclusivity, excellence, and continuous improvement compliant with applicable laws and regulations
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by 20%
- Resolved complex HR issues
- Boosted team productivity by 15%
- Revamped employee training programs, preparing Essar for future scalability and efficiency
Associate HR Manager
First Source Solutions
03.2002 - 09.2008
- Led HR projects boosting staff retention by 30% at First Source Solutions
- Implemented and lead long-term staffing strategies and annual workforce planning process (annual FSL target setting), attraction, selection, retention, engagement, and succession planning that supported the overall labor needs of the business
- Managed recruitment processes, enhancing staff quality and fit to roles
- Implemented innovative HR strategies that decreased turnover rates
- Provided continuous support and development for a team of 400+ employees
- Analyzed employee feedback to improve engagement and satisfaction
- Crafted and implemented unique HR strategies reducing staff turnover effectively
Education
MBA - International Business & Human Resources Management
Peking University
Beijing,China05.2015
Skills
- Human Capital Strategy
- Succession Planning
- Leadership Development
- Executive Coaching
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
- Merger & Acquisitions
- HR Business Partnering
- Talent management
- Training and Development
- Organizational Development
- Talent Acquisition
Residency
US Permanent Resident
Timeline
Global Director of Human Resources
Precision Castparts Corp (Wyman Gordon)
06.2022 - Current
Global Director of Human Resources
AMETEK Inc.
02.2016 - 06.2022
Senior Human Resources Leader
Caterpillar Inc.
12.2010 - 02.2016
Site HR Business Partner Leader
CGI Information Systems
09.2009 - 12.2010
Human Resources Manager
Essar Corporation
09.2008 - 09.2009
Associate HR Manager
First Source Solutions
03.2002 - 09.2008
MBA - International Business & Human Resources Management
Peking University
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