Human Resource Manager

Job Summary:

This role is ideal for someone with proven experience in PMS, HR systems, employee engagement, and policy implementation, preferably in a D2C or high-growth startup environment. You will partner with department heads, ensure accountability through systems, drive engagement, and strengthen second-line leadership across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage Performance Management Systems (PMS) aligned with Zoho People & Projects.
• Design and enforce HR policies that strengthen discipline, accountability, and fairness.
• Develop second-line leadership across departments for business continuity and reduced risk.
• Partner with HODs to ensure smooth role transitions and effective succession planning.
• Design and implement engagement initiatives: feedback channels, recognition programs, wellness, and team-building activities.
• Foster a culture of ownership, discipline, and collaboration aligned with THW values.
• Create structured onboarding programs for new hires.
• Design training calendars and skill workshops to upskill employees and prepare future leaders.
• While not directly handling end-to-end hiring, oversee recruitment efforts by coordinating with HR recruiters and external agencies.
• Ensure talent alignment with THWs mission and culture.
• Ensure smooth adoption of Zoho HR tools across teams.
• Track people-related metrics (performance, engagement, attrition, training outcomes) for decision-making.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of HR experience (preferably in D2C / FMCG / e-commerce startups).
• Proven expertise in PMS, employee engagement, and HR policy implementation.
• Strong understanding of succession planning & leadership development.
• Experience in Zoho HR tools (People, Projects preferred).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.
• Based in Pune (Viman Nagar preferred).