Chief Human Resources Officer

Pramod Confectionary And Food Industries Limited; Patna; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pramod Confectionary And Food Industries Limited is seeking a Group CHRO to lead all HR functions across the organization and partner with the Board and C-suite on strategy. The role covers organizational development, talent management, compensation & benefits, payroll, and compliance.

Responsibilities include building governance, driving change, implementing HRIS analytics, and creating a high-performance culture aligned with company values.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, incl. 5+ years as Group CHRO or Head of HR.
• Experience in large, multi-location organizations (2,000+ employees).
• Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and compliance.
• Proven ability to drive organizational change and strategy.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR leadership and organizational effectiveness across the group.
• Drive talent acquisition, retention, succession planning and leadership development.
• Design competitive compensation, benefits and payroll processes.
• Implement performance management and learning initiatives.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture and manage employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, EPF/ESI, PF and risk controls.

Skills

Leadership

HR Strategy

Organizational Change

Stakeholder Management

Communication

HR Analytics

Talent Management

People Data

Education

MBA/PGDM

Bachelor's in HR or related

Tools

HRIS

Payroll Systems

MS Excel

Job description

About the Company

We are a leading FMCG conglomerate with a legacy spanning decades, headquartered in Patna, Bihar. With an annual revenue of ₹700 crore and a workforce of 3,000+ employees across production, distribution, and retail operations, we are committed to maintaining our market leadership through operational excellence, innovation, and people-centric practices.

About the Role

The Group CHRO will lead all human resources functions across the organization and will be a strategic business partner to the Board and C-suite. This role encompasses organizational development, talent management, compensation & benefits, employee relations, recruitment, training & development, and compliance. The Group CHRO will champion a high-performance culture aligned with our values and drive organizational transformation.

Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness

• Develop and execute multi-year HR strategy aligned with business objectives and organizational transformation roadmap.
• Build organizational capability through design of optimal structures, roles, and reporting lines; manage organizational change initiatives.
• Establish HR governance frameworks, policies, and standard operating procedures across all business units.

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Drive employer branding and recruitment strategy to attract top-tier talent for leadership and critical roles.
• Oversee succession planning for critical positions and develop high-potential talent pipelines.
• Implement retention strategies and drive employee engagement programs to reduce attrition.

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll

• Design and administer competitive compensation and benefits packages; conduct market benchmarking and salary reviews.
• Manage payroll operations, statutory compliance, and benefits administration across all locations.

Performance Management & Learning Development

• Establish performance management systems and drive accountability culture; oversee performance reviews and ratings.
• Build organizational learning capability through training, capability development, and leadership coaching programs.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture reflecting company values; manage employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, internal communications, and team-building programs.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulatory requirements (EPF, ESI, PF, gratuity, etc.) across operating states.
• Manage workplace safety, health, and wellness programs; conduct risk assessments and mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA/PGDM preferred.
• 18+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with minimum 5 years in a Group CHRO or Head of HR role.
• Proven experience in large, complex, multi-location organizations (preferably 2,000+ employees).
• Strong expertise in organizational strategy, change management, talent management, and employee relations.
• Deep knowledge of Indian labor laws, compliance, and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, analytics, and people data management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking capabilities.

Preferred Skills

• FMCG, consumer goods, or manufacturing sector experience.
• Exposure to family business or mid-market organizations.
• Digital HR transformation and technology implementation experience.
• Board-level or C-suite interaction and governance experience.
• CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent professional certification.

Pay range and compensation package

This Job Description is subject to review and updates at the discretion of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.