KIRAN KUMAR S.R

Spearheaded end-to-end HR function transformation, introducing HR Manual, Performance Management System (PMS), Competency Mapping, and band-based Designation & Salary Structures across group entities.

Designed and implemented a comprehensive HR Process Manual for the first time, including SOPs, MIS, HRIS framework, and HR budgeting.

Partnered with business executives and divisional leaders to develop and implement HR strategies for talent attraction, development, and retention, advising on performance management and succession planning.

Utilized people analytics and workforce insights to identify talent gaps, assess organizational performance, and deliver actionable recommendations to leadership.

Managed employee and industrial relations in a unionized environment, including grievance redressal, disciplinary actions, and union negotiations, ensuring legal compliance.

Facilitated corporate policy development across Compensation, Benefits, Health & Safety, ensuring regulatory compliance and internal equity.

Supported VP-Operations & R&D at API Plant, developing and implementing effective HR strategies to ensure optimal HR support and compliance with local laws and SOPs.

Partnered with functional and business leaders to develop and execute both long-term and short-term HR strategies, directly supporting business objectives.

Recommissioned in-house medical clinic with a full-time doctor and nurse, developed comprehensive COVID-19 protocols, and led employee vaccination drives.

Formalized POSH & Welfare Committees, reinforced grievance redressal mechanisms, and strengthened internal communication to enhance trust.

Managed grievances and policy violations, implementing disciplinary actions and ensuring adherence to internal policies and legal standards.

Drove organizational structure optimization, job content development, and performance standard establishment within client groups.

Headed PAN India HR functions, managing Workforce Resource Management for 3,500 employees across 4 business verticals.

Developed and implemented comprehensive HR strategies aligned with business objectives and company initiatives.

Spearheaded HR Operations across 30 retail stores and 2 MFCs for the Retail business vertical, coaching HRBP direct reports to strengthen business alliances.

Developed and managed the overall statutory compliance framework, including annual/quarterly audit plans, ensuring coverage across all functions.

Managed end-to-end employee lifecycle across R&D (Scientist), E-commerce, and Omni-channel business verticals.

Supported and coached management on people leadership, business change, and transformation initiatives.

Independently managed all HR functions, including Workforce Resource Management, Talent Acquisition, PMS, C&B, and Career Progression.

Conceptualized and framed dynamic HR Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines, developing mechanisms for top talent identification, retention, and employee engagement.

Maintained harmonious Employee/Industrial Relations in a unionized environment, managing disciplinary matters, union negotiations, and grievances, including Labour Court proceedings.

Resolved 91 disciplinary cases in a single year and successfully settled two major labor disputes, ensuring business continuity.

Finalized Wage Settlement under Section 18(1) & 12(3), integrating policies, SOPs, and structural changes with union acceptance.

Facilitated effective Employee Orientation and Soft Skills training programs for workforce motivation, identified through Annual Performance Appraisals.

Managed comprehensive HR Operations for a workforce of 600 employees across the Karnataka Region, streamlining processes for a multi-site, matrix organization.

Successfully established new branches, ensuring 100% statutory compliance including Factories License, PF, ESIC, and local body clearances.

Ensured 100% HR compliance across 21 new branches over 9 years in Karnataka, effectively managing manpower planning and policy rollout.

Resolved a ₹60 lakh ESIC penalty risk through successful handling of statutory complaints, implementing a recruitment cost-control mechanism that saved ₹14 lakhs.

Successfully managed Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, and disciplinary matters with Union members, ensuring peaceful IR within legal frameworks and achieving satisfactory internal audit ratings.

Managed HR functions across 4 business verticals, overseeing Workforce Resource Management for 2,800 employees.

Formulated manpower plans and drove HR initiatives, including recruitment, orientation, and competency development, to build a cohesive and committed workforce.

Spearheaded end-to-end regulatory and legal compliance across multiple branches, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.

Drove Performance Management System (PMS) and increment philosophy, facilitating confirmations, appraisals, promotions, and transfers across the business.

Contributed to ISO 9001-2008 re-certification by introducing HR Best Practices and upgrading Quality System Procedures.

Administered data analytics, developed business dashboards with productivity trend analysis, and provided MIS reports to top management for informed decision-making.