Bharani N

Result-driven Senior HR Professional with over 13 years of extensive experience in human resource management, statutory compliance, and health & safety (H&S) frameworks within the textile and apparel manufacturing sectors. Proven track record in scaling workforces, drastically reducing absenteeism, and successfully managing top-tier global compliance audits (SEDEX, BSCI, SA 8000, ISO). Expert in balancing strategic organizational goals with robust employee welfare and legal adherence.

Sr. HR Manager - SLST Apparels Division - Arni

(2025-01)

• Define and track clear Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for the HR team via Time & Action matrices.
• Design and execute corporate policies aimed at promoting a healthy, productive, and regulatory-compliant work environment.
• Oversee comprehensive payroll processing, PF, ESI, Welfare Fund administration, and departmental budgeting.
• Direct all Legal, Compliance, and Certification renewals, maintaining strict alignment with SEDEX and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Manage end-to-end Health & Safety (H&S) monitoring, executing structured risk assessments, HSR activities, and routine equipment checks.

HR Manager - ASK Apparels - Karur

(2023-03 - 2025-01)

• Spearheaded corporate culture development programs and advanced system implementations across the facility.
• Managed an expansive portfolio of certifications: amfori BSCI, SEDEX, CT-PAT, ISO 9001:2015, OEKO-TEX, GOTS, OCS, RCS, GRS, and Fairtrade.
• Supervised regular workplace safety inspections, emergency alarms, and environmental hazard mitigation protocols.
• Coordinated compensation, benefits, and structured learning programs to improve workforce retention.

HR Manager - Rajkumar Tex - Karur

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

• Owned the complete talent cycle, including manpower planning, budget optimization, recruitment, and onboarding.
• Ensured full legal compliance regarding the Inspector of Factories statutory documentation and claims settlements.
• Maintained adherence to SA 8000-2014, GOTS, ISO 9001:2015, and OEKO-TEX parameters.

HR Compliance Officer - JVS Export - Karur

(2017-02 - 2020-08)

• Directly managed compliance audits and documentation for top-tier international buyers (Walmart, Target, Primark, Amazon, and Tesco).
• Facilitated continuous technical and safety training programs for labor staff to foster workplace risk awareness.
• Maintained flawless records for ESI/PF monthly contributions, remittances, and government statutory books.

HR Executive - Shobikaa Impex Private Limited - Karur

(2013-03 - 2017-02)

• Managed daily time-office operations, attendance tracking, report generation, and payroll preparation.
• Handled documentation for ISO 9001:2014 and OHSAS certifications.
• Updated and verified digital employee records seamlessly via the EPFO-UAN online portal.

System Analyst - Accenture - Chennai

(2012-12 - 2013-03)

• Compiled, validated, and analyzed critical healthcare operational data using specialized computer applications.
• Managed data warehousing, backend processes, and customer satisfaction metrics.

MBA - Human Resource Management - Bharathiyar University

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) - Kongu College of Arts and Science (2009 - 2012)

Diploma - Computer Hardware and Networking - PC Doctor's Academy