Senior Human Resources Manager

About Company

A leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider, specializing in efficient warehousing and distribution services. With a strong focus on technology-driven solutions, it serves various industries, ensuring seamless operations and cost-effective logistics management. Backed by Series C funding, the company is committed to innovation, scalability, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

About the Role

We’re seeking a seasoned HR leader with end‑to‑end HR expertise—including full cycle recruitment, employee relations, performance management, separation—as well as specialized experience managing blue‑collar payroll. This is a true hire‑to‑retire role: you’ll own all facets of the people journey, with hands‑on responsibility for accurate, compliant payroll processing for our blue‑collar workforce.

Key Responsibilities

1. Hire‑to‑Retire HR Leadership

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, retention, and exit processes for both white‑ and blue‑collar staff, ensuring consistency, compliance, and employee engagement
• Partner with line managers to design career paths, performance reviews, and development plans.
• Manage employee relations—grievances, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution—with awareness of labor laws and best practices .
• Implement HR policies, handbooks, and training tied to compliance and culture .

2. Blue‑Collar Payroll Management

• Oversee end‑to‑end payroll for blue‑collar employees—timesheet input, wage computation, benefits, statutory contributions like PF/ESI/TDS—ensuring timely and accurate disbursement
• Audit payroll data, resolve discrepancies, process off‑cycle payments, termination dues and adjustments
• Stay updated on labor, wage‑hour, and payroll regulations; ensure strict compliance .
• Liaise with external payroll providers or vendors (if used), negotiate SLA performance, and implement best practices
• Generate and reconcile payroll reports; coordinate with finance for ledger entries, audits and budgeting

3. HR Systems & Analytics

• Administer and optimize HRIS (including payroll modules); manage data integrity and reporting
• Use HR metrics such as cost-per-hire, turnover, payroll error rates, and compliance KPIs; drive continuous improvement

4. Compliance & Policy

• Ensure alignment with applicable labor laws, wage standards, PF/ESI/TDS regulations, and local statutory requirements .
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, records, and responding to compliance queries .
• Update payroll and HR policies; ensure communication and adherence across levels

5. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Lead a team of HR and payroll professionals; mentor, develop, and manage performance.
• Foster strong cross‑functional relationships with Finance, Legal, Operations, and external vendors.
• Provide expert counsel and coaching to senior stakeholders on HR strategy, pay structure, labor relations, and compliance initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience:

  Minimum 10 years in HR leadership with full lifecycle HR ownership and direct responsibility for blue‑collar payroll.

• Payroll expertise:

  Hands‑on experience with wage computation, attendance systems, statutory deductions (PF/ESI/TDS), audits, off‑cycle payroll, and compliance.

• HR Systems:

  Proficient in HRIS and payroll modules (e.g. Kronos, SAP, ADP or local equivalents).

• Compliance knowledge:

  Strong understanding of Indian labor laws, wage regulations, and payroll taxation.

• Leadership:

  Proven capability to manage teams, influence senior leaders, and drive change.

• Education & Certifications:

  Degree in HR, Finance, or related; certifications like SHRM‑SCP, SPHR, or payroll‑specific credentials preferred.
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  Key traits:

  Analytical, detail‑oriented, excellent communication, integrity, and high confidentiality.

Why Join Us?

• Strategic & impactful:

  Shape the entire employee life cycle and directly influence payroll accuracy and compliance.

• End‑to‑End Expertise:

  Build synergy between HR operations and payroll for a cohesive employee experience.

• Leadership Opportunities:

  Mentor a growing team and collaborate cross‑functionally.

• Competitive package:

  Reflective of senior‑level scope and national standards, plus benefits and performance incentives.