Field Human Resources Manager

The Field HR is responsible for driving all HR-related activities across retail stores in the assigned region. This role ensures smooth store-level HR operations, manpower availability, compliance, employee engagement, and performance management. The role requires frequent travel, strong people skills, and an ability to handle dynamic on-ground situations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Ensure timely hiring of frontline staff (Sales Associates)
• Conduct interviews and manage store-level manpower planning.
• Drive smooth onboarding and induction for all new joiners.
• Track joining documentation, ID creation, and HRMS updates.

2. Attendance, Payroll & Store HR Operations

• Monitor daily attendance, leave records, and shift adherence.
• Validate monthly attendance and coordinate with payroll team.
• Ensure compliance with minimum wages, overtime policy, and statutory norms.
• Handle employee queries related to salaries, shift schedules, and policies.

3. Employee Engagement & Welfare

• Conduct regular store visits to interact with employees and understand concerns.
• Execute engagement activities, recognition programs, and retention initiatives.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees regarding grievances.
• Maintain a positive work environment and reduce attrition.

4. Compliance & Discipline

• Ensure all stores follow company policies, grooming standards, and conduct norms.
• Handle disciplinary issues: absenteeism, misconduct, and policy violations.
• Ensure timely execution of warning letters, show cause notices, and terminations as required.
• Ensure statutory compliance (PF/ESI/PT) and documentation is up-to-date.

5. Reporting & Coordination

• Submit weekly/monthly HR dashboards, hiring status, and attrition reports.
• Collaborate closely with Territory Managers and Cluster Managers.
• Support audits and ensure proper maintenance of HR files.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration (preferred).
• 2–5 years of field HR experience in apparel/retail/FMCG/service industry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel extensively across store locations.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, HRMS, and statutory HR compliance.
• Problem-solving approach and ability to work independently.