Human Resources Manager

Job DescriptionHR Head - Manufacturing Plant (Pithampur)CompanyAlankaram is one of India's leading premium furniture brands, known for design-led solid wood furniture that blends craftsmanship, innovation, and contemporary aesthetics. With integrated manufacturing operations in Pithampur and expanding retail/showroom presence across India, Alankaram is building a professionally managed, process-driven, and people-centric organization for long-term scale.PositionHR Head - Manufacturing PlantLocationPithampur, Madhya PradeshReporting ToFounder & CEODepartmentHuman ResourcesRole SummaryThe HR Head will lead the complete Human Resources function for Alankaram's manufacturing operations at Pithampur and support organizational scale-up across factory, corporate, and showroom teams.This role requires a strong combination of:factory HR operations,labour law compliance,industrial relations,talent management,culture building,performance systems,and leadership capability.The ideal candidate must be capable of building a disciplined yet people-first organization while supporting Alankaram's transition into a professionally managed premium manufacturing company.Key Responsibilities1. HR Strategy & Organization BuildingBuild and strengthen HR systems, processes, and policies aligned with business growth.Drive organizational structure planning, manpower planning, and workforce productivity.Partner with leadership on long-term people strategy and succession planning.Support the company's scale-up from current operations toward future multi-location expansion.2.

Manufacturing HR OperationsLead end-to-end HR operations for the Pithampur manufacturing facility.Ensure smooth management of:attendance,payroll inputs,leave management,contract labour,onboarding,employee records,shift coordination,statutory registers.Supervise HR Generalist and plant HR/admin teams.3. Labour Law & Statutory ComplianceEnsure full compliance with:Factories Act,Industrial Disputes Act,Shops & Establishment,PF,ESIC,Gratuity,Bonus,CLRA,POSH,labour welfare requirements.Coordinate inspections, audits, documentation, and legal notices.Maintain HR documentation discipline and audit readiness.4. Industrial Relations & Workforce ManagementHandle worker grievances, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution.Build strong shop-floor relationships and maintain workforce stability.Prevent and proactively manage industrial relations risks.Drive employee engagement, welfare, communication, and retention initiatives.5.

Recruitment & Talent AcquisitionLead hiring across:factory workforce,supervisors,designers,sales/showroom staff,managers,leadership positions.Build recruitment partnerships with institutes and industry networks.Improve hiring quality, onboarding experience, and retention outcomes.6. Performance Management & CultureDrive implementation of:KPIs,PMS,appraisal cycles,performance reviews,PIPs,manager capability building.Help establish a high-performance yet fair and respectful work culture.Coach managers on people leadership and team management.7. Training & Capability DevelopmentBuild structured training systems for:induction,machine safety,POSH,behavioural skills,leadership development,supervisory capability.Drive skill development initiatives for factory workforce.8.

Compensation & HR SystemsSupport compensation benchmarking and incentive structures.Improve HR analytics and reporting systems.Help implement and strengthen HRMS and people data systems.Ideal Candidate ProfileExperience15-18 years of HR experience.Minimum 5+ years leading HR for a manufacturing plant.Strong exposure to factory HR and industrial relations is mandatory.Experience in furniture, manufacturing, engineering, consumer products, retail, or allied industries preferred.EducationMBA / PGDM in HR preferred.Additional labour law qualifications are an advantage.Required SkillsFunctional SkillsFactory HRLabour law complianceIndustrial relationsPerformance managementRecruitmentPayroll coordinationHR operationsEmployee engagementPolicy implementationWorkforce planningLeadership SkillsStrong ownership mindsetProcess-orientedHigh integrityCalm under pressureStrong interpersonal capabilityAbility to balance discipline with empathyExcellent communication and managerial maturityWhat Success Looks LikeThe HR Head is expected to:build a stable and scalable workforce,reduce operational HR chaos,improve retention,strengthen managerial discipline,institutionalize people processes,and help Alankaram evolve into a professionally managed organization without losing its entrepreneurial culture.CompensationCompetitive compensation aligned with experience and capability.Why Join AlankaramOpportunity to build HR systems from the ground upDirect exposure to founders and leadershipHigh-growth premium manufacturing environmentLong-term leadership opportunityChance to shape culture, systems, and organization at scaleTo apply: