Ayyappan R

HR Operations Manager India @Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

IN

Spearheaded the transformation and leadership of end-to-end payroll operations for over 600 full-time and 400+ contract employees.• Initiated the National Pension System (NPS) for employees through strategic collaborations with ICICI and the NPS team.• Held financial and budgetary responsibility for Payroll Operations and the HR Service Center.• Organized regular open house sessions across various locations to enhance employee understanding of investment, medical insurance, NPS, tax savings, and statutory compliance, significantly improving tax planning strategies.• Implemented a user-friendly and effective solution (Sodexo card) for employees to optimize income tax savings on flexible benefits.• Supported the Talent Acquisition team by providing accurate Compensation & Benefits (C&B) data to streamline the hiring process.• Conducted salary benchmarking surveys in partnership with Mercer to ensure alignment with global market standards.• Performed regular payroll audits to ensure adherence to Indian labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.• Negotiated with insurance vendors to secure the best premium rates and employee benefits.• Established a structured system for associate employees, covering payroll, benefits, and career progression.

Anjuham Higher Secondary school

12th Standard

Velankanni Matriculation School

Schooling in Velankanni

Guru Nanak College

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)

Manonmaniam Sundaranar University

Master of Business Administration (MBA)