Head - Human Resources - Manufacturing

Role Overview:

The Head - HR will lead the human resources function for our mid-sized manufacturing company, overseeing HR strategy and operations across both factory and sales & marketing (domestic and international) divisions. This role requires a strong balance of strategic leadership and hands-on execution, ensuring alignment of HR practices with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• HR Strategy: Develop and implement HR policies, frameworks, and initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
• Talent Acquisition: Drive recruitment for factory staff, technical roles, and sales teams; manage relationships with placement agencies.
• Employee Relations: Foster a positive work environment, address grievances, and ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Performance Management: Implement appraisal systems, set KPIs, and support managers in performance reviews.
• Training & Development: Identify skill gaps and design training programs for factory workers and sales personnel.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to statutory requirements including labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Compensation & Benefits: Design competitive compensation structures and oversee payroll and benefits administration. HR Operation in ERP environment.
• HR Operations: Manage HR processes including onboarding, exit formalities, and HRIS systems.
• Sales HR: Oversee HR function of field sales, both domestic and international, including TA / Compensation benchmarking / sales incentive schemes / sales related HR Policies.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 12 - 15 years of HR experience, preferably in large FMCG / Pharma / Medical Devices companies with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience at number 2 position also will be OK.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and compliance requirements in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage HR functions across diverse teams (factory and sales).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Candidates with IR / Contract Labour / Union relations experience not required.

Reporting:

Reports directly to the Managing Director/CEO and works closely with leadership team of Plant and Sales & Marketing.