Senior Human Resources Manager (Freight Forwarding Background)

Job descriptionJob Title: Sr. Manager - HRLocation: Navi MumbaiReporting To: CEO / Group LeadershipRole OverviewThe Head HR & Administration will lead the human resources, compliance, and administrative functions across multiple group entities. This role is responsible for building standardized HR systems, ensuring statutory compliance, strengthening talent management practices, and supporting leadership with data-driven insights to enable organizational growth and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Strategy & Policy ImplementationDesign and implement standardized HR policies across group companies in alignment with labor laws and best practices.Ensure consistent HR governance and regulatory compliance across all entities.Talent Acquisition & Workforce PlanningLead end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning initiatives.Reduce hiring cycle time and improve talent quality through competency-based hiring frameworks.Collaborate with leadership on succession planning and internal talent development.Performance Management & Organizational DevelopmentImplement KPI/KRA-based performance management systems to enhance accountability and productivity.Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and design learning & development programs.Monitor post-training effectiveness and measure performance improvements.Employee Lifecycle & EngagementDrive employee engagement initiatives and organize corporate events and sports activities to strengthen workplace culture.Support leadership in building a positive and high-performance work environment.Compensation, Payroll & Benefits AdministrationOversee payroll processing, tax compliance, and benefits administration for a large workforce.Ensure adherence to Income Tax regulations, TDS compliance, and Form 16 issuance.Maintain error-free payroll operations and audit readiness.Compliance & Statutory GovernanceEnsure compliance with statutory requirements including labor laws, POSH regulations, and audit standards.Serve as a POSH Committee Member and uphold workplace safety and grievance redressal mechanisms.Support ISO, AEO, and legal compliance audits.HR Analytics & ReportingDevelop and present HR MIS dashboards and analytics for leadership and board-level decision-making.Provide actionable insights on workforce metrics and organizational trends.Administration & Cross-Functional OversightOversee administrative functions including IT, marketing coordination, and facility management.Ensure operational efficiency, data security, and infrastructure effectiveness.Leadership SupportAct as a strategic HR partner to the CEO and senior leadership.Provide guidance on HR policies, compliance matters, and organizational development initiatives.Key Skills & CompetenciesStrategic HR leadership and policy developmentLabor law & statutory compliance expertiseTalent acquisition and succession planningPerformance management & organizational developmentPayroll, taxation & compensation managementHR analytics & MIS reportingStakeholder management and leadership collaborationPreferred QualificationsMBA / PGDM in Human Resources or related field8+ years of progressive HR leadership experienceExperience managing multi-entity or group organizations preferred

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