MUHAMMAD SAIFULLAH KHAN
Jubail,Saudia Arabia
Summary
Strategic HR Business Partner with expertise in aligning HR initiatives with business goals. Specialises in talent management, employee relations, and organisational development to create effective workplace environments. Delivered HR solutions that enhance performance and support organisational growth while fostering collaboration and optimising processes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Business Partner
Expertise Contracting Company
Jubail
09.2024 - Current
- Drove endtoend HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, training & development, and performance management
- Led and mentored team of 5 HR professionals to achieve critical HR and OD goals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Cultivated diverse and inclusive workplace, aligning people strategies with business objectives to drive talent retention and organisational performance.
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance organisational culture and effectiveness, resulting in improved employee satisfaction and engagement within Modular Building Solutions Division.
- Developed and implemented organisational charts for current and future needs, and recommended structural changes to optimize efficiency.
- Strategised and executed rightsizing initiatives, achieving a 50% manpower reduction without impacting performance or output.
- Reduced overall manpower costs, lowered overhead expenses, and boosted profitability for the division.
Manager HR & OD
Bays International
Karachi
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed HR strategies and policies that aligned with local labour laws and supported company vision.
- Utilized HR analytics and dashboards to support leadership in data-driven decisions.
- Designed and rolled out KPI-driven performance appraisal systems across departments.
- Enhanced employee retention and engagement through targeted continuous learning programmes.
- Implemented compensation structures and salary benchmarking to ensure competitive benefits administration.
HR Business Partner
Bata Pakistan
Pakistan
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Led recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning for Area and Store Managers.
- Facilitated in-house and on-site learning programmes to strengthen sales leadership capabilities within the team.
- Monitored sales-driven KPIs (Conversion, UPT) to ensure HR practices effectively supported retail performance.
- Supported retail business units across Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Quetta to enhance HR alignment with regional operations.
Manager HR & OD
AK Marketing
Karachi
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Reported directly to the CEO; managed HR operations for 18 branches of international retail brands (ALDO, Mango, Splash).
- Led HR planning and talent acquisition for AK Galleria (ecommerce platform).
- Implemented performance evaluation, payroll, and attendance management systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed HR policies, administrative SOPs, and KPI frameworks to standardise practices across departments.
- Drove employee engagement initiatives, including Employee of the Month recognition programme to foster workplace motivation.
Manager HR
MTJ - Tariq Jamil
Karachi
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Led HR division for recruitment, organisational development, compensation, and talent management, enhancing strategic alignment with business goals.
- Implemented KPIs and performance objectives to strengthen accountability across departments.
- Developed HR budget, manpower plan, and attendance systems to support business expansion initiatives.
- Provided HR support for the manufacturing and stitching plant setup.
HR Business Partner
Cambridge Garments
Karachi
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Led Compensation & Benefits, expanding HR operations across retail, manufacturing, and warehouse divisions to enhance overall organisational effectiveness.
- Managed crossregional team of HR professionals to ensure operational compliance and alignment with organisational policies.
- Supervised payroll, manpower budgeting, and financial planning for new projects, optimising resource allocation.
- Supported annual appraisal cycles and salary budgeting processes.
HR Business Partner
Gul Ahmed Textile Mills (IDEAS-Retail)
Karachi
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Developed comprehensive HR road map for 2016 to align HR strategy with organisational goals.
- Developed a complete HR Dashboard and other reports for Senior Management.
- Executed seasonal hiring processes to meet staffing needs.
- Assisted in downsizing and rightsizing across production and supply chain departments to optimise workforce structure.
- Developed SOPs and KPI for different departments in Gulahmed Textile Mills.
- Conducted job analysis for Ideasretail and created detailed job descriptions to clarify roles and responsibilities.
Education
MBA/PG Diploma - Business Mgmt - HR/Industrial Relations
Iqra University
Pakistan01-2018
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Sciences and Risk Management
University of Karachi
Pakistan01-2012
Skills
- HR Strategy
- HR Management
- HR Operations
- Business HR
- Corporate HR
- Recruitment
- Talent management
- Workforce Planning
- Succession planning
- Employee Relations
- Organisational Development
- Organisational restructuring
- HR Analytics
- Policy implementation
- Employee Engagement
Languages
Urdu
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Timeline
HR Business Partner
Expertise Contracting Company
09.2024 - Current
Manager HR & OD
Bays International
09.2023 - 09.2024
HR Business Partner
Bata Pakistan
12.2022 - 10.2023
Manager HR & OD
AK Marketing
05.2021 - 01.2023
Manager HR
MTJ - Tariq Jamil
10.2020 - 07.2021
HR Business Partner
Cambridge Garments
10.2018 - 09.2020
HR Business Partner
Gul Ahmed Textile Mills (IDEAS-Retail)
01.2015 - 02.2018
MBA/PG Diploma - Business Mgmt - HR/Industrial Relations
Iqra University
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Sciences and Risk Management
University of Karachi