Kumar M J
Senior Executive - HR & Administration
Tiruvallur District
Summary
HR and Administration professional with 25 years of experience in manufacturing and industrial environments, including 10+ years in core HR leadership roles. Proven expertise across recruitment, manpower planning, performance management, training & development, employee engagement, industrial relations, payroll, compliance, and plant administration. Strong background in finance and accounts, enabling effective cost control, budgeting, and data-driven HR decisions. Currently associated with SRF Limited, a Deming Application Prize-winning organization with global operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Executive – HR & Administration
SRF Limited
01.1999 - Current
- Recruitment & Manpower Planning
- Reviewed and optimized organization structure aligned to business requirements.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment for Junior Engineers, Technicians, Act Apprentices, Staff, and Officers.
- Independently handled critical non-management staffing.
- Coordinated with placement consultants and third-party vendors.
- Prepared and periodically reviewed job descriptions.
- Managed entry-level learners and trainee hiring for plant operations.
- Handled salary fitment, offer release, and background verification.
- A Deming Application Prize Organization with global presence across Technical Textiles, Chemicals, Packaging Films, and Coated & Laminated Fabrics.
- Onboarding & Exit Management
- Conducted joining formalities and structured induction programs.
- Implemented Mentor–Mentee initiatives for new hires.
- Conducted exit interviews and implemented corrective actions based on attrition analysis.
- Prepared statistical manpower analysis for annual manpower planning and budgeting.
- Performance Management
- Executed annual appraisals for Non-Management Staff (NMS).
- Coordinated Development Dialogue for management staff with BHR & CHR.
- Ensured timely probation reviews and confirmations.
- Sensitized appraisers on continuous feedback culture.
- Supported succession planning for critical roles.
- Training & Development
- Identified training needs and prepared annual training calendars.
- Coordinated with HODs to address functional skill gaps.
- Planned and executed monthly training schedules.
- Engaged internal and external trainers.
- Evaluated training effectiveness.
- Monitored shop-floor skill levels through skill matrix for junior engineers.
- Employee Engagement & Relations
- Designed and implemented annual employee engagement calendars.
- Drove employee recognition program “Protsahan.”
- Implemented job rotation and job enrichment initiatives.
- Coordinated corporate and internal Employee Engagement Surveys; presented findings and action plans to management.
- Organized town halls and communication meetings with senior leadership.
- Resolved day-to-day employee concerns and grievances.
- Compensation & Benefits
- Managed compensation revision and promotion processes.
- Provided payroll inputs and ensured timely salary processing.
- Designed compensation packages for new hires.
- Handled full & final settlements including gratuity, leave encashment, and deductions.
- Processed employee loans and advances.
- Prepared salary and wages budgets.
- Coordinated financial aid through SRF Trust for employees in need.
- Disciplinary & Industrial Relations
- Counseled employees on absenteeism and policy deviations.
- Issued charge memos, warning letters, and termination letters.
- Coordinated domestic enquiries with external advocates.
- Proactive HR Initiatives
- Led family connect programs: house visits, newly married couples programs, parenting programs, spouse engagement initiatives, Parents’ Day, Mangai (women-focused program), Gurukul (children program).
- Conducted skip-level meetings to strengthen shop-floor engagement.
- Actively contributed to CSR, sports, and cultural committees.
- Led community initiatives such as Joy of Giving and Book Donation drives.
- HR Records, MIS & Compliance
- Prepared and circulated monthly HR MIS, attrition analysis, unplanned absence reports, and HR initiative dashboards.
- Maintained HRMS and AIMS updates.
- Managed HR expenses and cost sensitization for process heads.
- Maintained employee personal records and HR documentation.
- Prepared sanction notes for HR expenses.
- Handled time office operations for ~600 employees and trainees.
- Coordinated ISO, internal, and statutory audits.
- Member of HR Policy Committee for policy formulation and revision.
Accounts Executive
01.1999 - 01.2014
- Payroll & Statutory Compliance
- Managed payroll for 550 employees and 50 trainees.
- Supported employee tax planning and flexible pay structuring.
- Processed full & final settlements.
- Handled PF, ESI, PT, LWF, and income tax remittances and returns.
- Issued Form 16 and managed reimbursements.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Managed import and indigenous vendor payments.
- Handled Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees.
- Reconciled supplier and customer accounts periodically.
- Managed receivables of ~₹250 Crores annually.
- Handled bill discounting, BOE, debit/credit notes.
- Fund Management & Budgeting
- Managed daily and monthly cash flows.
- Coordinated with corporate treasury and banks.
- Prepared and monitored overhead and employee cost budgets.
- Reported cost variances through MIS.
- Other Responsibilities
- Inter-unit transaction accounting and reconciliation.
- General accounting and insurance management (employee & asset insurance).
- Managed employee and company insurance claims.
- Supported internal and statutory audits.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Commerce
University of Madras
ChennaiSkills
Recruitment & Manpower Planning
Performance Management System (PMS)
Training & Development (MS & NMS)
Employee Engagement & Employee Relations
Compensation & Benefits
Payroll & Time Office Management
Industrial Relations & Disciplinary Actions
HR MIS & HRMS
Plant Administration & Statutory Compliance
Budgeting & Cost Control
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. M J Kumar
Timeline
Senior Executive – HR & Administration
SRF Limited
01.1999 - Current
Accounts Executive
01.1999 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Commerce
University of Madras