Title:  Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner       

Job Summary:

This is a high visibility position providing both strategic and operational HR partnership and support for a blend of Production, Quality, Warehouse and scientific client functions.  You will partner with cross-functional teams and leaders to actively engage and advise on HR plans, programs, and policies that directly align with the business strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivates collaborative business partnerships through HR mentorship to employees and managers with regard to career development, recruiting, performance management, compensation, training, policy interpretation, LOA etc.
• Partners with hiring managers to understand organizational needs and ensuring the proper identification and selection of candidates within established timelines and legal compliance.
• Acts as a champion for change, innovation and continual operational improvement and excellence.
• Leads all phases of employee relations and investigations.
• Identifies and evaluates opportunities to enhance employee development and retention.
• Partners with business leaders to gain and offer HR insight on business and operational challenges.
• Provides guidance on people programs such as Total Rewards, career development, company policies, recognition, etc.
• Coaches leaders through all aspects of performance management process from goal setting through appraisal and performance counseling process.
• Maintains a high level of knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws regarding human resources.
• Participates and/or leads HR team projects and initiatives
• Supports Social Compliance audits and participates in other regulatory audits such as FDA, DEA.
• Embodies Sun Pharma cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Education and Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Human Resources, Organizational Development Business or related field.

• PHR or CP certification preferred.

• Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications and HRIS programs.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resource experience.
• Expertise in a minimum of four of the following: performance management, regulatory/compliance, employee relations, employee engagement, retention, organizational development and training; payroll administration, compensation.

• Solid track record of driving HR programs, projects or initiatives.
• Solid experience managing complex employee relations matters and investigations.

• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and develop strong partnerships with clients and HR colleagues.
• High degree of personal initiative and achievement motivation, setting personal standards of excellence and ongoing performance improvement and innovation.
• Strong analytical skills, including reporting, synthesizing data to identify themes and building solutions to address identified issues.
• Demonstrated excellent communication: verbal, written and presentation skills.
• A self-starter with a hands-on approach and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion.
• Acts in an ethical and compliant manner and requires others to do the same.
• The requirement for English language proficiency for this job role is Intermediate-B1+ (comparable to Global CEFR Independent B1) level based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). 

• Experience in Manufacturing environment is preferred
• Experience within pharmaceutical industry a plus.
• Experience with immigration a plus.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Office environment located at Manufacturing/Production sites.
• While performing duties of this job the employee frequently is required to sit, stand, talk, hear, walk, use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard and mouse.
• Light to moderate lifting up to 10lbs. is required.
• Travel estimate up to 5%.
• The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to     successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job.  Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).

Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:

Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.