Vice President – HR / HR Director

Company: RN Laboratories

Department: Administration, HR, Security, Customs

Location: GIDC – Sachin, Surat, Gujarat or Mumbai

Website: www.garonitpharma.com

Position Overview The Vice President – HR / HR Director will serve as a member of the Board of Directors, contributing to corporate strategy, governance and long-term organisational development, alongside leading HR, Administration, Security, Customs and government liaison activities. This senior leadership role demands a candidate with extensive experience in API manufacturing, and a solid background in dealing with regulatory and government bodies.

Key Competencies

- Board-level judgement, strategic thinking and the ability to balance business objectives, employee interests, compliance obligations and organisational reputation.
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Skill in developing team synergies and driving collective success.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.

Board Responsibilities & Corporate Governance

- Participate actively in Board deliberations and contribute to decisions on business strategy, organisational structure, leadership succession, workforce planning and material operational risks.
- Provide the Board with timely updates on people-related matters, industrial relations, statutory compliance, litigation, government interactions and significant administrative or security risks, highlighting issues requiring Board intervention.

Leadership & Management

- Translate Board-approved strategies and policies into actionable departmental plans, establish accountability and monitor implementation across functions under the role's oversight.
- Lead and manage HR, Administration, Security, and Customs, including liaising with high-ranking officials in critical government offices and departments.
- Provide strategic oversight to all departments.
- Perform team-building activities and develop synergies between various teams to ensure they work in a synchronised manner, aligned with the company's goals.




- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements, liaising with government bodies, customs, local police, and legal consultants as needed.

Human Resources & Administration

- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
- Oversee recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and training and development.
- Lead hands-on recruitment initiatives, including candidate sourcing, screening and hiring through LinkedIn, Naukri, other relevant recruitment platforms, sourcing tools and professional networks.
- Develop effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified talent across technical, operational, managerial and leadership positions.
- Manage day-to-day administrative operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness within the team.
- Stabilise the implementation of HRMS.

Security & Compliance

- Ensure the safety and security of the company premises, assets, and personnel.
- Develop and implement security protocols and procedures.
- Maintain compliance and establish relationships with local, state, and central regulatory bodies.

Customs & Regulatory Affairs

- Oversee all customs-related activities, ensuring smooth import/export processes.
- Liaise with customs authorities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Oversee interactions with regulatory bodies, ensuring all company practices meet the necessary standards.
- Maintain strong working relationships and hands-on liaison experience with relevant government and statutory authorities, including Customs, FDA/drug-control authorities, Labour authorities, applicable narcotics authorities, Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB),



and relevant authorities responsible for Environmental Clearance (EC).
- Coordinate regulatory approvals, statutory compliance matters, inspections and government-related requirements as applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience

- Prior experience as a Board member or in a senior leadership role involving regular Board interaction, governance reporting and cross-functional strategic decision-making will be preferred.
- Minimum 25 years of experience in an API manufacturing or pharmaceutical manufacturing
- At least 10 years of leadership experience in a similar or larger setup.
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company with an annual turnover of approximately ₹350–400 crore.
- Minimum 5 years of continuous employment with the most recent employer
- Demonstrated hands-on recruitment experience using LinkedIn, Naukri, other recruitment platforms, sourcing tools and professional networks.
- Proven experience liaising directly with government and statutory authorities relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

Skills

- Experience in team building and fostering collaboration across departments.
- Strong expertise in HR and administrative functions.
- Familiarity with regulatory and government bodies, including customs, local police, and legal consultants.
- Proven ability to manage multiple departments and lead cross-functional teams.
- Strong talent acquisition capabilities, including proactive candidate sourcing, recruitment strategy and hiring for specialised pharmaceutical manufacturing positions.
- Ability to manage complex regulatory interactions, government liaison activities and statutory compliance requirements.

Education

- Strong academic background with an MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or an equivalent specialised postgraduate HR qualification.

Location Requirements

- Candidates may be based in Surat or Mumbai.
- Must be willing to work onsite in Surat for a minimum of three weeks each month.
- Availability to travel for government liaison, regulatory and business requirements as needed.

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