Sidda Reddy
About Sidda Reddy
Sidda Reddy serves as the Deputy General Manager of Human Resources (Business Partner) at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2011. He has extensive experience in HR management, having previously held leadership roles at Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs Pvt. Ltd. and Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Ltd.
Work at Kennametal
Sidda Reddy has been serving as the Deputy General Manager of Human Resources (Business Partner) at Kennametal since 2011. His role involves developing and executing HR policies that align with the company's strategic objectives. He has been instrumental in fostering a culture of continuous employee development and implementing change management strategies. His extensive experience in human resources enables him to effectively manage performance systems and statutory compliance within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Kennametal, Sidda Reddy held significant positions in various organizations. He worked as the Head of HR at Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs Pvt. Ltd. from 2005 to 2011, where he led HR initiatives in Bangalore. Prior to that, he served as an HR Coordinator at Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Ltd. from 2000 to 2005, and at Super Spinning Mills Ltd. from 1997 to 2000. These roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of HR functions and team building.
Education and Expertise
Sidda Reddy holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree from Sri Krishnadevaraya University, where he studied Accounting and Business/Management from 1995 to 1997. He further enhanced his qualifications by obtaining a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (PGCHRM) from XLRI Jamshedpur, studying from 2006 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in developing HR policies and performance management systems.
Skills in Human Resource Management
Sidda Reddy possesses strong capabilities in various aspects of human resource management. He is skilled in developing and executing HR policies, managing performance systems, and ensuring statutory compliance. His experience includes handling litigations within the HR domain. Additionally, he is adept at building committed teams through innovation and empowerment, which contributes to organizational success.