Kanchan Sharad Ahire
HR Manager
Navi Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented HR leader with over 16 years of experience in the manufacturing, paint-coating, engineering, shipping, and supply chain sectors. Proven ability to align HR strategies with business objectives, including manpower planning linked to sales forecasts, cost governance, industrial relations, and compliance leadership. Expertise in plant HR management, workforce analytics, HR budgeting, and performance management transformation, supported by a strong foundation in cross-cultural leadership practices. Recognized for establishing robust HR systems that enhance compliance governance and collaborating with executive teams to foster productivity and drive sustainable organizational growth, complemented by international training in leadership and HR strategy from global exposure in Germany.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Manager – Human Resources (Plant HR Lead)
Peter-Lacke India Private Ltd- Paint and Coating Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current
- Leading complete HR function for manufacturing plant and corporate support functions; acting as strategic HR Business Partner to leadership team.
- Driving manpower planning aligned with Sales Forecast and Production Planning.
- Preparing Annual Manpower Budget & Personal Cost Sheet and presenting to Management.
- Designing and implementing organization-wide KRA/KPI framework linked to business goals.
- Leading payroll governance, PF calculation, ECR filing, and statutory compliance adherence.
- Developing HR MIS dashboards including cost analysis, attrition trends, productivity ratios, and workforce analytics.
- Advising management on workforce optimization and cost control strategies.
- Ensuring statutory audit readiness and zero non-compliance risk.
- Leading structured employee engagement initiatives within annual budget.
- Handling grievance redressal, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.
- HR Analytics & Management Reporting
- Preparing Monthly Headcount Report (Department-wise, Grade-wise, Budget vs Actual analysis).
- Developing Production Manpower Productivity Report (Output vs Manpower ratio
- Monitoring and presenting Attrition Report (Monthly/Quarterly
- Preparing Gratuity Provision Report in coordination with Finance
- Managing Leave Encashment Liability Report
- Preparing Annual Manpower Planning & Budget Report aligned with Sales Forecast and Production Plan.
Manager – Human Resources
Indimo Tech JCB
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Led complete HR Generalist and Plant HR operations.
- Managed recruitment strategy for technical & commercial roles.
- Implemented structured performance appraisal system (KRA/KPI).
- Administered payroll processing and statutory compliance.
- Strengthened HR documentation and policy governance.
- Industrial Heavy Machinery
Manager – HR
Gas Projects India Private Ltd
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Headed recruitment, payroll, and compliance functions.
- Revised HR policies aligned with organizational growth.
- Ensured full statutory adherence and audit coordination.
- Led onboarding and engagement initiatives.
Manager – HR (IR & Compliance Lead)
Damani Shipping Pvt Ltd- Shipping industry / Freight forwarding
11.2012 - 12.2021
- Managed HR operations for 350+ workforce.
- Led Industrial Relations and Union matters (Employer side).
- Coordinated court cases and statutory inspections.
- Administered payroll via Relyon Saral Paypack.
- Strengthened compliance governance and bonus administration.
Sr. Executive – HR
Radhakrishna Foodland Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 10.2012
Senior Executive
Calibehr Private Ltd
03.2008 - 01.2010
Education
MBA -
Modern College
Navi Mumbai 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic HR Business Partnering
Plant HR & Manufacturing Workforce Management
Manpower Planning & Cost Optimization
HR Budgeting & Personal Cost Sheet Presentation
Performance Management System (KRA/KPI Design & Implementation)
Payroll Governance & Statutory Compliance (PF, ESIC, PT, MLWF)
Accomplishments
- Successfully aligned manpower planning with sales forecasts to control labor cost ratio.
- Implemented structured Performance Management System across departments.
- Maintained strong statutory compliance track record with audit readiness.
- Managed IR matters and union coordination effectively.
- Developed management-level HR dashboards for data-driven decision-making.
- Represented Indian HR function in international leadership workshop in Germany.
Timeline
Manager – Human Resources (Plant HR Lead)
Peter-Lacke India Private Ltd- Paint and Coating Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current
Manager – Human Resources
Indimo Tech JCB
06.2023 - 05.2024
Manager – HR
Gas Projects India Private Ltd
01.2022 - 05.2023
Manager – HR (IR & Compliance Lead)
Damani Shipping Pvt Ltd- Shipping industry / Freight forwarding
11.2012 - 12.2021
Sr. Executive – HR
Radhakrishna Foodland Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 10.2012
Senior Executive
Calibehr Private Ltd
03.2008 - 01.2010
MBA -
Modern College
04.2001 -
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPOSURE
- International HR & Leadership Workshop – Hiddenhausen, Germany (1 Month)
- Conducted by Peter-Lacke GmbH
- Selected for 1-month intensive HR & Leadership Strategy skill program at global headquarters in Germany.
- Gained exposure to European HR Strategy frameworks and global workforce planning models.
- Participated in leadership alignment discussions linking HR strategy with business growth and production planning.
- Studied advanced performance management systems and leadership capability frameworks.
- Enhanced cross-cultural HR governance and global compliance understanding.
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
- Strategic Plant HR Leadership
- Global HR Exposure
- Business-Driven HR Approach