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Skilling Trends and Planning for the future in Manufacturing

unwiredcp2021-06-14T05:13:01+00:00

“Demand for technological, social and emotional, and higher cognitive skills will rise by 2030” and will impact all industries alike as highlighted by experts from Deloitte and McKinsey”

OVERVIEW

The manufacturing industry continues to play a significant role in overall productivity growth rates and innovation for the Indian economy. India’s manufacturing sector has the potential to reach US$ 1 trillion by 2025. (IBEF).

The Government of India launched the ‘Make in india’ movement to put us on the map as a manufacturing hub, giving the country global recognition. Fighting and mitigating the pandemic, with the aim to survive, the manufacturing industry has also accelerated the arrival of Industrial Revolution 4.0. In addition to rapid adoption of technology and automation, there will be a parallel transition in skill requirements in the industry.

KEY INSIGHTS

Government aims to create 100 million new jobs in the sector by 2022. Source: IBEF In January 2021, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, to develop skills among the youth under the Flexi-MoU Scheme of the government
Source:IBEF
More than 700 million Indians are estimated to enter the working age group by 2022, of which more than 500 million will require some form of vocational or skill training
Source:IBEF

NEED OF THE HOUR

Manufacturing is battling the challenge of growing skill gaps. For all of the sector’s mechanical complexities, it is also heavily dependent on human wisdom in planning, manufacturing, marketing, selling, operations and more.

However, the industry is also facing a shortage of skilled labour. Lack of foundational skills cause some of the biggest problems in manufacturing, and there is a need for a flexible, motivated workforce,with skilled professionals at all levels, from technical professionals and managers, to shop floor personnel.

SKILLING TRENDS

  • Behavioral training with a customer-centric approach, across leadership and functional levels can drive workforce productivity, engagement and growth.
  • Based on our recent survey, the most in-demand skills for the Manufacturing sector are:
    • Crisis management and resilience
    • Interpersonal communication
    • Quick decision making
  • Continuous training sessions for mid-level and executive professionals has shown great ROI with increased productivity and growth.
  • Mitigating performance gaps, aligning workforce to organizational goals, and motivating teams will be key to building valuable human capital.
  • Cognitive skills like creativity and logical reasoning will be required across levels for improved decision-making and problem solving.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED IN MANUFACTURING SECTOR

Flexibility

Good Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Learning

Crisis Management

Resilience

The upcoming webinar “Skilling Trends and Planning for the Future in Manufacturing” will feature a panel of renowned HR leaders from the manufacturing industry to explore how companies can identify and build the right skills for their workforce.

KEY DISCUSSION POINTS

  • How can upskilling enable better understanding of customer demands and needs?
  • The importance of active listening and understanding client needs to drive client satisfaction
  • Building long-term customer relationships through communication and crisis management
  • Behavioral training for self-development, managerial development and leadership development
  • What skills do manufacturers need most in 2021?

Speakers

Abhinav Shrivastava
Head of Human Resources
Head of Human Resources, CEAT Specialty Tyres Limited

Abhinav Shrivastava, Head of Human Resources, CEAT Specialty Tyres Limited

HR professional with 16+ years of experience as a Plant & Corporate HR leadership roles…

I have experience of working in Real Estate (Orchid Group), Automobile (Varroc Group), Pharma (Lupin & Sun), Financial (BEST Alternative) Industry & Manufacturing (CEAT).

The last assignment was with BEST Alternative as Head of HR for India operations.

Worked with Sun Pharma (India’s number one Pharmaceutical Company) as HRBP for the API division.

I have worked in the areas of Manufacturing HR, Operations HR, C&B, PMS, TM, and HR Analytics in Lupin. Conceptualised & institutionalised various OD Interventions & Analytics projects.

Prior to Lupin, I was working as part of the Corporate HR team at HQ of $1bn Varroc Group at Aurangabad and handled Manpower Planning, Talent Acquisition, Induction, PMS, and HR Analytics Profile.

Before joining Varroc, I was working with Orchid Infra. Dev. Pvt. Ltd. (1200+ employees) in an HR Generalist Profile. I was responsible for setting up the Human Resources Department.

Awards & Achievements:

– CHROs HR Excellence Award, 2017
– HR Excellence Award for Execution and Accountability, 2017
– Best HR Initiative Award (Project: Learn and Earn), 2016
– Best HR Initiative Award (Project: STEP), 2016
– National and Regional level – Best HR Practice Award Winner, 2015
– Best National HR Practice Award, NHRD, 2009
– Distinguished Award in Employee Engagement Practices at National Level (INSSAN), 2008
– Best Case Study Award at Regional Level (organized by ISTD, GOI), 2008
– Best HR Practices Awards at Regional Level (organized by NIPM), 2008
– Runners Up in Technical Paper Award at Regional Level (organized by AIMA), 2007

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Gautam Kumarx
Chief Human Resources Officer
SKF India

Gautam Kumar, Chief Human Resources Officer, SKF India

Gautam Kumar is the Director, Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at SKF India Ltd., managing human resources for three legal entities of SKF in India, all manufacturing footprints and global centres. In this role, he leads a strong HR team responsible for building a winning company culture, driving employee engagement and development programs, and implementing reward and talent management strategies that support SKF India’s business goals and objectives.

Gautam has over 18 years of broad international experience, spanning India, China, Hong Kong, Australia, and South East Asia, with experience in strategic human resource management including mergers and acquisitions, HR transformation, scaling-up global centres and shared services, and building organizational culture. Previously, Gautam worked across various multinational companies including Baxter International Inc. and Whirlpool Corporation, where he was responsible for all aspects of human resources. He is a member of several associations including the IMA.

Gautam holds a Master’s degree in Personnel Management, Human Resources and a bachelor’s degree in Socio-Legal Science with experience and skills spanning across Business HR Leadership, organization capability and effectiveness, merger and acquisitions, leadership development, succession management, executive coaching, nurturing best cost innovation culture.

Outside of work, Gautam likes to blog about organizational effectiveness and pursue his love for photography and golfing.

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Manish Sinha
SVP & CHRO
M&M Auto Business

Manish Sinha, SVP & CHRO, M&M Auto Business

Manish Sinha is a globally experienced HR Leader in Automotive, Energy, FMCG and Pharma industry, with demonstrated ability to deliver results and lead multicultural teams, across emerging and developed markets. Manish has distinctive competency and experience in high-impact senior leadership roles for more than 2 decades. Manish currently leads HR for Mahindra & Mahindra Auto business.

Manish is an alumni of BHU Varanasi, Delhi University and XLRI Jamshedpur. He is an avid reader and keen learner of human behavior and leadership challenges. He likes hindi poetry, listening to music and connecting with people of diverse interests.

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Pramath Raj Sinha
Founder & Chairman
Harappa

Pramath Raj Sinha, Founder & Chairman, Harappa

Pramath is a pioneering force in Indian education, and has played crucial roles in establishing ISB and Ashoka University as top-notch higher education institutions in India. He has been instrumental in setting up a wide spectrum of change-based higher education initiatives, including a management program for career-oriented women, an entrepreneurship fellowship for the Himalayan region, and a solution-focused design education for the built environment. He has also been a media entrepreneur, education consultant and management advisor at the 9.9 Group, which he founded, the CEO of the Ananda Bazar Patrika Group, and a Partner at McKinsey & Company. He is currently Founder and Chairman of Harappa Education–a learner-centred institution of the future focused on accelerating the personal growth of their learners, to help them confidently navigate their most crucial career cusps
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Raj Narayan
Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer
Titan Company Limited

Raj Narayan, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Titan Company Limited

An HR professional with over 35 years as Head of Human Resources and member of the management team in different organizations. Currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Titan Company Limited.

Specific capabilities & interests: Business and HR Strategy Development & Execution, Organisation Development and change, Performance Management, International Talent Management, Leadership Development, International Training and Coaching, Customer Centricity, Employee Engagement & Employee Relations

He had joined Titan in November 2012 and was previously working as HR Director- India at Metro Cash and Carry.

Raj has also held various other positions like the Head of Learning & Development, Head of Talent Management, Management Training & Leadership Development at Metro Cash & Carry International. Prior to that he was HR Director in SHV Gas India and Country HR Manager in TNT India and Mothercare India.

He has completed his Post Graduate Honours in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations from XLRI Jamshedpur and graduated from the Madras Christian College

His interests include Traveling, Exploring different cuisines, Listening to a wide variety of music. He is married to Anita and they have a daughter Roshni.

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Shashank Rai
National Head HR
Asian Paints PPG Pvt. Ltd.

Shashank Rai, National Head HR, Asian Paints PPG Pvt. Ltd.

I have been associated with Asian Paints group for last years after graduating from MDI Gurgaon. Have worked in multiple roles including Learning and Development, Diversity and Inclusion and as Plant HR for 2 of the Manufacturing plants. Currently working as National Head HR for Asian Paints PPG
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Sudipto Mandal
Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Star Cement Ltd.

Sudipto Mandal, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Star Cement Ltd.

Mr. Sudipto Mandal is currently working as the VP and CHRO at Star Cement Limited. He has over 22 years of industry experience across different sectors ranging from Manufacturing, IT/ITES, FMCG, BFSI and Retail, in MNCs and leading Indian conglomerates.

He is an alumnus of TISS, Mumbai, and has worked with different organizations such as Asian Paints, Zeiss, Oracle, Spencer’s, CRISIL, Eveready. Mr. Mandal is also a certified “Coach” and certified trainer on Customer Service Management. He is a business leader whereas he intensely worked in areas like Business Strategy, HR Strategy & Cultural Transformation, Leadership Development, Change Management, Capability Building, Talent and Performance Management, Organization Design and Restructuring. As a techno-functional Oracle HRMS consultant, he has also worked in line function in Oracle Global Support team, supporting UK and EMEA regions.

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Agenda

14:45 – 15:00

Registration

15:00 – 15:05

Opening Remarks by Dimpal Bajwa, Assistant Editor, ET Edge 

15:05 – 15:20

Keynote Address by Pramath Raj Sinha, Founder & Chairman, Harappa

15:20 – 16:20

Panel Discussion

The session will feature five renowned panelists on the skilling trends in the manufacturing segment that can fuel growth.

Discussion Points:

  • Closer look at prevailing skill gaps in the industry
  • Understanding the challenges in the manufacturing segment
  • Core skills required to drive growth
  • Planning frameworks for training the workforce

Moderator: Pramath Raj Sinha, Founder & Chairman, Harappa

Speakers:

  • Abhinav Shrivastava, Head of Human Resources, CEAT Specialty Tyres Limited
  • Sudipto Mandal, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Star Cement Ltd.
  • Manish Sinha, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Mahindra and Mahindra Limited
  • Gautam Kumar, Chief Human Resources Officer, SKF India
  • Raj Narayan, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Titan Company Limited
  • Shashank Rai, National Head HR, Asian Paints PPG Pvt. Ltd.

16:25 – 16:30

Closing Remarks by Dimpal Bajwa, Assistant Editor, ET Edge 

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