Human Resource Manager

HR Manager Pharmaceutical/FMCG

Location: Kochi, Kerala

Experience: 10-20 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced **HR Manager** to lead and manage the complete HR function of our organization. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in the **Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Medical Devices, or FMCG industry**, along with proven expertise in HR operations, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, statutory compliance, and organizational development.

The candidate should be a strategic and people-oriented HR professional with the ability to work closely with senior management and drive HR initiatives that support business growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day HR operations and ensure smooth functioning of the HR department.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment for corporate, sales, operations, manufacturing, and support functions.
• Develop manpower plans and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future requirements.
• Manage employee onboarding, induction, confirmation, transfers, promotions, and separation processes.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, conflict resolution, and employee relations.
• Develop and implement employee engagement, retention, and welfare initiatives.
• Manage the performance appraisal and performance management process.
• Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs.
• Support succession planning, leadership development, and organizational development initiatives.
• Oversee compensation and benefits administration, salary reviews, and annual increment processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements, including PF, ESI, Gratuity, Shops & Establishments Act, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and statutory records.
• Prepare HR reports, MIS, dashboards, and workforce analytics for management review.
• Monitor HR metrics such as employee turnover, absenteeism, recruitment, manpower costs, and employee engagement.
• Work closely with department heads and senior management to address workforce requirements and people-related challenges.
• Drive a positive, performance-oriented, and employee-focused organizational culture.
• Ensure HR policies and practices are consistently implemented across the organization.

Requirements

• MBA in Human Resources / Human Resource Management is mandatory.
• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
• 1020 years of progressive HR experience**, including substantial experience in a managerial HR role.
• Experience in the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Medical Devices, or FMCG industry is required.
• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Proven experience in managing end-to-end HR operations.
• Strong exposure to recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation & benefits, learning & development, and organizational development.
• Experience in managing and leading HR teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills.
• Proficiency in HRMS/HRIS and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Profile

Candidates with experience in **Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Medical Devices, Nutraceutical, Consumer Healthcare, or FMCG organizations** will be preferred.

Experience in a fast-growing organization, managing multiple departments or locations, and working directly with senior management will be an added advantage.

Skills

• Strategic HR Management
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• Learning & Development
• Compensation & Benefits
• Labour Law & Statutory Compliance
• Organizational Development
• Employee Engagement & Retention
• HR Analytics & Reporting
• Leadership & Team Management
• Stakeholder Management

Location: Kochi, Kerala

Employment Type: Full-TimeRole & responsibilities