The Influence of Leadership and HR Training on Employee Productivity through Strategic Management in Automotive Companies in Cikarang

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of leadership and human resource training on employee productivity through strategic management as a mediating variable. The method used is Partial Least Squares-based Structural Equation Modeling (SEM-PLS) with a quantitative approach. Research data was collected by distributing questionnaires to employees of automotive companies in the Cikarang area, then processed using SmartPLS software. The results of the analysis show that leadership and human resource training have a positive and significant effect on strategic management, which in turn has a strong effect on increasing employee productivity. In addition, human resource training is also proven to have an indirect effect on productivity through strategic management as a mediating variable. The research model was deemed feasible (fit) based on high SRMR, R-Square, and GoF values, and met all construct validity and reliability criteria. These findings emphasize the importance of integrating effective leadership styles, continuous training programs, and the application of adaptive strategic management in improving the performance and productivity of human resources in the automotive industry.