Senior Manager - Human Resource - D2C/FMCG

We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Head of HR to lead the people agenda for a fast growing D2C brand. This role will partner closely with the Founder/Leadership Team to build a strong performance-driven culture while scaling the organization across functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR & Leadership:

- Act as a strategic business partner to the Founder, CXOs, and leadership team

- Drive organization design, workforce planning, and succession planning in line with growth plans

- Build and institutionalize HR processes suitable for a high-growth D2C environment

Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding:

- Own end-to-end hiring strategy across corporate, tech, marketing, supply chain, and retail roles

- Build strong employer branding to attract top D2C and consumer talent

- Work closely with external search partners and internal stakeholders

Performance, Culture & Rewards:

- Design and manage performance management systems (OKRs/KPIs)

- Drive a high-ownership, high-accountability culture

- Own compensation, benefits, ESOPs, and retention frameworks

Learning & Development:

- Identify leadership and functional capability gaps

- Design learning programs for middle and senior management

- Coach leaders on people management and team effectiveness

Employee Engagement & Compliance:

- Drive employee engagement, DEI initiatives, and culture-building programs

- Ensure compliance with labor laws, HR policies, and statutory requirements

- Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary matters

Key Requirements:

- 12-18+ years of overall HR experience

- Strong experience in D2C / consumer / FMCG / new-age startups

- Prior experience as HR Head / HR Lead in a scaling organization preferred

- Proven capability in building HR from scratch or scaling HR in high-growth phases

- Strong stakeholder management and business acumen

- Hands-on, execution-oriented mindset (not just policy-driven)