About the Company

Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL), a part of the Aditya Birla Group, is a leading branded apparel company with a comprehensive portfolio of marquee lifestyle brands.

As of March 31, 2025, the Company operates a retail footprint of over 4.6 million sq. ft., comprising 3,253 exclusive brand outlets, presence across 38,000+ multi-brand outlets, and over 7,000 shop-in-shops in department stores across the country.

The Company’s brand portfolio includes India’s most established and trusted names – Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, and Peter England – each with a legacy of over 25 years.

These brands have consistently delivered sustained growth, driven by a sharp focus on design-led innovation, category expansion, and operational excellence across product lines spanning formal, casual, and occasion wear.

ABLBL has built a strong presence in the innerwear and athleisure market through Van Heusen Innerwear, which has rapidly scaled its distribution network across India. The Company’s portfolio is further enhanced through strategic partnerships with leading international brands including Simon Carter, American Eagle and Reebok.

American

Eagle has emerged as one of India’s most preferred premium denim brands, while Reebok – transitioned under the Company’s management in 2022 – has expanded its footprint across multiple channels.

Simon

Carter continues to strengthen its position in the premium menswear segment through its distinctive design language and curated collections.

About the Job Role The Cluster Factory HR will be responsible for leading and managing the Human Resources function across a cluster of 4-6 manufacturing units. The role requires solid expertise in Industrial Relations (IR), statutory compliance, labor laws,



workforce management, employee engagement, and HR operations to ensure seamless factory operations and a positive employee relations climate.

Key Responsibilities

1.Industrial Relations & Employee Relations

- Drive harmonious industrial relations across all assigned manufacturing units.
- Manage union interactions, wage negotiations, settlements, and grievance handling.
- Support plant leadership in maintaining a positive employee relations environment.
- Handle disciplinary matters, domestic inquiries, and dispute resolution.
- Ensure proactive mitigation of IR risks and compliance with labor regulations.

2.Statutory Compliance & Legal Governance

- Ensure 100% compliance with applicable labor laws and statutory requirements.
- Monitor compliance related to Factories Act, Industrial Relations Code, Social Security Code, Contract Labour regulations, Shops & Establishment Act, and other applicable legislations.
- Coordinate statutory audits and inspections from government authorities.
- Maintain all statutory records, licenses, and documentation across locations.

3.HR Operations & Workforce Management

- Oversee end-to-end HR operations across the factory cluster.
- Lead manpower planning, employee lifecycle management, attendance, leave administration, and separation processes.
- Drive recruitment and staffing initiatives to ensure timely hiring of plant workforce and critical roles.




- Manage the Talent Acquisition (TA) process in collaboration with business leaders and recruitment teams.
- Facilitate and govern the Performance Management System (PMS) cycle across locations, ensuring quality goal setting, reviews, calibration, and closure.
- Drive Talent Development initiatives, including capability building, succession planning, leadership development, and identification of high-potential talent.
- Manage and ensure timely completion of Annual Confidential Reports (ACR)/Performance Assessment processes for eligible employee groups.
- Monitor workforce productivity and implement manpower optimization initiatives.
- Track HR metrics and provide actionable insights to management.

4.Stakeholder Management

- Partner with Factory Heads and business leaders to address people-related challenges.
- Provide HR guidance and support to plant leadership teams.
- Monitor HR metrics and present insights to management for decision-making.

5.Employee Engagement & Culture

- Drive employee engagement initiatives across factories.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and performance-driven work culture.
- Facilitate communication forums and employee welfare programs.

Qualifications and Experience

- Master of Social Work (MSW) from a reputed institution is mandatory.
- Additional certifications in Labor Laws, Industrial Relations, or Compliance will be preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of HR experience in manufacturing organizations.
- Proven experience in managing HR operations across 4-6 factories simultaneously.
- Strong exposure to Industrial Relations (IR), Union Management, and Labor Law Compliance.
- Experience handling factory workforce, contract labor, and statutory audits.

📌 Cluster Factory HR Manager (Bengaluru)
🏢 Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands
📍 Bengaluru