About GambolGambol is a growing multi-brand sporting goods and lifestyle retail destination in Ahmedabad. We bring together leading international and Indian sports, fitness, footwear and lifestyle brands under one roof.

As we expand our retail presence, we are looking for a proactive and hands-on HR professional who can build and manage our HR function, establish solid people systems and create a positive, disciplined and performance-driven work culture.

Role ObjectiveTo independently manage the complete HR function at Gambol, covering recruitment, employee management, attendance, payroll coordination, statutory compliance, training, performance management and employee engagement.

The candidate will be responsible for creating structured HR processes that support our growing team and future expansion.

Key Responsibilities1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

- Manage end-to-end recruitment for retail stores, warehouse and office positions.
- Understand manpower requirements from store managers and management.
- Source candidates through job portals, references, consultants and other channels.
- Conduct initial interviews and coordinate final selection.
- Maintain a recruitment tracker and ensure timely hiring.
- Build a database of potential retail talent for future expansion.

2. Attendance, Leave & Payroll Management

- Manage employee attendance through HRMS / Jibble or similar software.
- Monitor daily attendance, late arrivals, absenteeism and overtime.
- Implement and manage leave policies and approval systems.
- Coordinate monthly payroll preparation with the accounts team.
- Ensure accurate salary inputs, deductions, incentives and attendance adjustments.
- Maintain employee salary records and documentation.

3. Statutory Compliance & Documentation

- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.
- Manage PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, gratuity, bonus and other applicable compliances.
- Coordinate with payroll consultants, accountants and external agencies.
- Maintain employee files, appointment letters,



confirmation letters and exit documents.
- Ensure timely filings, payments and statutory record maintenance.
- Maintain proper documentation for audits and inspections.

4. Employee Management & HR Operations

- Handle employee grievances, workplace issues and disciplinary matters.
- Act as the first point of contact for employee-related concerns.
- Develop and implement HR policies and SOPs.
- Manage employee onboarding, induction, transfers, confirmations and exits.
- Conduct regular employee interactions and feedback sessions.
- Maintain employee databases and organisation charts.

5. Performance Management

- Establish a structured performance appraisal system.
- Define KPIs for sales staff, store managers, warehouse and support teams.
- Coordinate monthly and quarterly performance reviews.
- Monitor employee productivity, punctuality and discipline.
- Support incentive structures and employee recognition programmes.

6. Training & Development

- Organise induction and orientation programmes for new employees.
- Coordinate product knowledge and customer service training.
- Develop training programmes for sales staff and store managers.
- Identify skill gaps and arrange relevant training.
- Build a culture of learning, accountability and customer-first thinking.

7. Employee Engagement & Culture

- Plan employee engagement activities and celebrations.
- Introduce employee recognition and reward programmes.
- Improve employee retention and workplace satisfaction.
- Build a positive, professional and team-oriented culture.
- Promote Gambol's values, customer service standards and brand philosophy.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)The HR Manager will be evaluated on:
- Timely fulfilment of manpower requirements.
- Employee attendance and punctuality.
- Payroll accuracy and timely salary processing.
- 100% timely statutory compliance, as applicable.
- Employee retention and reduction in avoidable attrition.
- Completion of employee documentation.
- Training hours and employee development.
- Timely resolution of employee grievances.
- Implementation of HR policies and processes.
- Employee performance review completion.

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📌 HR Manager – Retail Operations (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Gambol
📍 Ahmedabad