Rezaul Karim

An accomplished Admin & HR professional with over 25 years of experience leading administrative operations, human resources and compliance functions across multiple industries. Expertise includes employee engagement, recruitment and onboarding, payroll management, policy formulation, vendor management, budgeting, facility oversight and audit compliance. Skilled in grievance resolution, performance management, organizational culture development, procurement optimization, safety and risk management, HRIS implementation, cross-departmental coordination and training initiatives.

Proven track record of driving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a positive workplace culture while delivering measurable cost savings and process improvements.

Head of Admin - Flamingo Fashions Limited (DBL Group)

(2018-01)

• Lead overall administrative operations ensuring seamless daily functions.
• Oversee facility management, logistics, and cost-effective resource utilization.
• Implement efficient systems improving operational productivity and workflow.
• Manage vendor relationships and optimize service delivery performance.
• Formulate HR policies aligning with legal and organizational standards.
• Supervise recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Drive payroll management ensuring accuracy and compliance with law.
• Resolve employee grievances and promote a harmonious work environment.
• Conduct compliance audits minimizing organizational risk and violations.
• Liaise with government agencies and regulatory bodies for approvals.
• Control administrative budgets and ensure transparent cost reporting.
• Build positive organizational culture through communication and teamwork.
• Reduced administrative cost by 18% through vendor re-negotiation.
• Introduced modern HRIS system ensuring accurate and transparent HR operations.
• Achieved full compliance rating in all labor and safety audits.
• Strengthened grievance management process ensuring fair and quick resolution.
• Developed centralized procurement system ensuring better quality and accountability.
• Revamped onboarding process enhancing new employee adaptation and engagement.
• Received management award for exceptional administrative leadership in 2022.
• Enhanced cross-departmental coordination improving task completion speed by 30%.

DGM - Admin, HR & Compliance - NORBAN COMTEX Ltd

(2014-03 - 2017-12)

• Led overall admin, HR, and compliance operations efficiently.
• Formulated and implemented effective HR and compliance policies.
• Ensured factory-level compliance with labor and safety regulations.
• Managed recruitment, onboarding, and employee performance evaluation process.
• Oversaw administrative budgeting, procurement, and cost-control initiatives.
• Fostered organizational culture through engagement, communication, and teamwork.
• Reduced administrative overhead cost by 15% through process optimization.
• Achieved 100% compliance rating in multiple buyer audits consecutively.
• Introduced structured HR policies ensuring fairness and transparency.
• Strengthened grievance management ensuring timely and unbiased resolution.
• Improved employee retention by developing performance-driven work culture.

Sr. Manager, Admin & HR - Abdul Monem Group

(2012-12 - 2014-03)

• Led overall administrative, HR, and compliance operations effectively.
• Managed security, logistics, and facility maintenance across multiple units.
• Supervised recruitment, performance appraisal, and employee development programs.
• Ensured compliance with labor law, safety, and audit requirements.
• Controlled administrative budget, procurement, and factory resource utilization.
• Coordinated inter-departmental operations ensuring smooth business continuity.
• Reduced administrative cost by streamlining vendor and resource management.
• Ensured zero non-compliance findings in buyer and system audits.
• Enhanced factory safety culture through regular fire and HSE training.
• Improved workforce efficiency by implementing performance-based HR practices.

Manager, Admin - DBL Group (Garments Division)

(2010-04 - 2012-12)

• Managed overall administrative and compliance operations across multiple factories.
• Supervised security, housekeeping, and factory facility maintenance functions.
• Monitored compliance audits, corrective actions, and fire safety initiatives.
• Controlled administrative budget, procurement, and utility service operations.
• Ensured 100% buyer compliance through continuous monitoring and audit readiness.
• Reduced utility expenses by optimizing resource and energy usage.
• Improved workplace safety through regular training and awareness programs.

Manager, Admin & HR - KHANSONS Group

(2009-01 - 2010-04)

• Led factory-level HR and administrative operations independently and effectively.
• Managed recruitment, training, and employee attendance monitoring system.
• Controlled payroll, bills, and procurement ensuring accurate documentation.
• Oversaw logistics, utilities, and transport support for factory operations.
• Improved employee performance through structured training and motivation programs.
• Streamlined payroll process ensuring accuracy and timely salary disbursement.
• Strengthened factory discipline and compliance through regular supervision.

Manager, Admin - PRAN-RFL GROUP

(1999-11 - 2008-12)

Joined as Executive & got multiple promotions.

• Led overall administrative operations ensuring smooth organizational workflow.
• Supervised staff attendance, discipline, and office management activities.
• Managed logistics, transport, and inter-departmental utility service support.
• Controlled admin accounts, stationery, and procurement-related documentation.
• Monitored security guards and implemented facility safety procedures.
• Ensured proper maintenance of office vehicles and equipment.
• Coordinated facility services optimizing cost and operational efficiency.
• Maintained administrative records ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Reduced administrative overhead by improving cost-control processes.
• Ensured uninterrupted utility services enhancing operational efficiency.
• Improved employee attendance tracking through digital monitoring initiative.
• Strengthened internal coordination ensuring faster departmental response time.

MBA - Human Resource Management - Atish Dipankar University of Science and Technology (2011)

MSS - Political Science - National University, Bangladesh (2001)

BSS - Social Science - National University, Bangladesh (1998)

HSC - Dhaka Board (1995)

SSC - Jessore Board (1992)