Manager, People Business Partner

Saks Fifth Avenue Llc; India; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Exemplar Luxury Group seeks an experienced HR professional to partner with senior leaders in India and align local HR priorities with the broader people strategy. You will drive performance management, change management, and succession planning to build a high-performing workforce.

You will manage complex employee relations, champion workplace programs, and advise on organizational design, workforce capability, and talent retention across multiple business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree or HR certification is a plus.
• 8–10 years of progressive HR experience focusing on HR business partnering.
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Strong business acumen linking business goals to HR priorities.
• Proven track record navigating complex, matrixed global structures.
• Proficient with HRIS systems (Workday or similar) and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR advisor to senior functional leaders, guiding organizational design, workforce capabilities, and talent retention.
• Lead and implement localized people plans aligned with business objectives.
• Drive performance management, change management, and succession planning initiatives.
• Oversee employee relations, investigations, and policy compliance.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure hiring pipelines support growth.
• Mentor and develop the People Business Partner team.
• Collaborate with COEs to implement HR programs across sites and divisions.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

HR business partnering

Strategic thinking

Change management

People analytics

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Master’s degree or HR certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Description: Who Are We

Exemplar Luxury Group, formerly Saks Global, is the luxury collective that comprises iconic luxury retailers, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. Driven by a relentless devotion to our customers and powered by our talented colleagues, we offer curated product assortments, unparalleled service and personalized experiences across our integrated retail model. Through strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed names in luxury and deep customer relationships enhanced by the industry's most comprehensive insights, Exemplar Luxury Group is uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

Role Summary

This role is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR professional, to partner with business leaders and align local HR priorities with overall business goals, contributing to the broader India People Strategy. You will be responsible for driving key initiatives in performance management, change management, and succession planning to develop a high-performing workforce. You will manage complex employee relations matters and champion workplace programs that enhance employee engagement, growth, and continuous innovation. This is a hands‑on yet high‑impact role that requires balancing operational excellence with proactive planning to improve organizational effectiveness across all assigned business units. You will be a trusted HR advisor to senior functional leaders, guiding key decisions on organizational design, workforce capabilities, and talent retention.

Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnering

• Act as a dependable advisor to senior functional leaders, utilizing data‑driven insights to influence talent, capability, and retention decisions
• Develop and implement localized people plans that align with broader business objectives, focusing on capability building and leadership effectiveness
• Address complex business concerns and unforeseen operational issues, ensuring resolutions comply with company policy and legal frameworks

Organizational Design & Change Management

• Collaborate with business heads on organizational design, structural realignment, and scale‑up initiatives to support business transformation
• Execute change management frameworks that smoothly integrate new teams, aligning people, processes, and culture

Culture & HR Transformation

• Champion an inclusive, high‑engagement workplace by embedding core corporate values into everyday talent practices
• Support the transition toward future‑ready HR operating models by driving business‑unit adoption of digital HR tools, analytics, and self‑service platforms
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to implement initiatives at both site and organizational levels

Talent & Performance Management

• Manage the end‑to‑end performance management cycle, guiding leaders through goal setting, transparent feedback, and targeted performance interventions
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to align hiring pipelines with business growth, proactively identifying critical roles and executing risk‑mitigation plans for flight risks

Employee Relations

• Oversee critical compliance and employee relations workflows, including complex investigations, grievance handling, and exit management
• Act as the primary escalation point on sensitive employee matters, balancing employee welfare with business risks

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and guide a dedicated People Business Partner, supporting their day‑to‑day operations and career progression
• Cultivate a relationship rooted in absolute ownership, consistent two‑way feedback, and agile execution

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• A master’s degree or relevant HR certification is a plus
• 8‑10 years of progressive HR experience with a focus on HR business partnering
• Strong stakeholder management, with a proven ability to influence senior business leaders and manage complex conflict resolutions
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to connect business objectives to practical HR priorities and action plans
• A demonstrated track record of successfully navigating and driving impactful outcomes within complex, matrixed global structures
• Proficient with enterprise HRIS systems (Workday or similar), fluency in employee engagement analytics and predictive talent metrics
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to balance day‑to‑day operations with proactive HR planning

Your Life and Career at Exemplar Luxury Group

Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi‑brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate

• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full‑time employees

Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Saks is a world‑renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world. On its website and app, Saks offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Saks for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world‑class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally.