Senior Manager, Human Resources

Do you want to be part of the fascinating story of over 500 iconic brands across more than 100 countries? At AB InBev, we believe that being the best beer company starts with finding and developing the best people. While we have big brands, we have even bigger opportunities for growth and impact.

AB InBev India is looking to hire a Senior Manager – People Business Partner (Supply) for its People function, based out of Bangalore with a 5-day Work from Office mode.

Objective of the Role

Partner with Supply leaders to drive the people agenda and key priorities aligned with the One-Year Plan (1YP). Deliver business results by managing the end-to-end employee lifecycle and building a strong talent pipeline for our breweries and supply operations. Additionally, lead strategic Learning & Development initiatives to upskill and future-proof our workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Business Partnering & Talent Management

• Act as a trusted advisor to Supply leadership teams, driving the people agenda to enable business outcomes.
• Define and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract top talent aligned with business priorities.
• Ensure internal talent receives robust career development opportunities, exposure, and experiences.
• Implement and coach leaders on People Cycle processes for efficiency and impact.
• Monitor HR compliance with national legislation, evaluate changes, and adapt processes accordingly.
• Manage employee relations, resolve grievances, and ensure a positive work environment.
• Lead key people projects for Supply, including workforce planning and organizational design.

Learning & Development (Expanded Scope)

• Design and implement a strategic L&D roadmap for Supply, focusing on technical skills, leadership capabilities, and future-ready competencies.
• Partner with functional leaders to identify skill gaps and create targeted learning interventions.
• Drive digital learning adoption and innovative training methods (e.G., microlearning, blended learning).
• Develop succession planning frameworks and leadership development programs for critical roles.
• Measure learning effectiveness through data-driven insights and continuously improve programs.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning across breweries and supply chain teams.

Operational Excellence

• Monitor HR budgets and develop action plans to close gaps.
• Ensure smooth execution of HR processes and maintain high standards of compliance and governance.

Education & Experience

• MBA from a Tier-1 institute in Human Resources or related discipline.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience in HR business partnering, preferably with exposure to Supply Chain or Manufacturing environments.
• Proven expertise in talent management and Learning & Development strategy.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Ability to analyze data, derive insights, and recommend actionable solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Personal Attributes

• High energy and resilience.
• Solution-oriented mindset with a positive attitude.
• Exceptional customer orientation and collaboration skills.
• Integrity and professionalism