HRM Related Situations

  Reducing Employee Turnover in Perfume Retail Stores: An HR Perspective   By Mohamed Althaf Ahamed / MBA Batch 37 / July 2026   Why Employee Retention Matters Working in a perfume retail company has taught me that our greatest asset is not the fragrance we sell but the people who represent our brand. Customers may enter the store because of a perfume, but they return because of the service they receive. When experienced employees leave, we lose valuable product knowledge, customer relationships, and team stability. This has shown me that reducing employee turnover is essential for long-term business success. Understanding the Causes of Turnover       Figure 1 . Perfume retail employees interacting with customers and participating in team discussions. These images illustrate the importance of employee engagement and customer service in reducing turnover. (Source: Adapted from Gallup (2024) From my experience, employee turnover is often highest d...

  How AI Is Transforming HR in the Perfume Industry By Mohamed Althaf Ahamed / MBA Batch 37 / July 2026 Figure 1: AI in HR ( Sources: shutterstock.com ) Embracing a New Era of Human Resources Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it is reshaping how Human Resources (HR) departments recruit, develop, and retain employees. In the perfume industry, where creativity meets science and manufacturing, AI is helping HR teams make faster decisions while improving the employee experience. However, adopting AI also brings new challenges that require careful human oversight. How AI Is Supporting HR As a professional in a perfume company, I have seen how AI has simplified recruitment. AI-powered applicant tracking systems can screen hundreds of CVs within minutes, identifying candidates whose qualifications match roles such as fragrance chemists, quality assurance officers, sales executives, and digital marketing specialists. For example, when recruiti...

Attracting Gen Z Talent to the Perfume Industry: An HR Perspective By Mohamed Althaf Ahamed / MBA Batch 37 / Jul 2026 Figure 1 : Gen Z at a workplace ( Sources: knowledgecity.com ) The Changing Workforce The perfume industry has long been recognized for its creativity, craftsmanship, and luxury. However, attracting Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) has become one of the greatest challenges for Human Resource (HR) teams. As a professional in a perfume company, I have observed that today's young professionals are looking beyond competitive salaries. They seek meaningful work, innovation, flexibility, career development, and employers whose values align with their own. Challenges Faced by HR Teams One of the biggest recruitment challenges is overcoming the perception that perfume manufacturing is a traditional industry with limited opportunities for growth. For example, when our company recruits graduate chemists, product developers, and digital marketers, many a...

  Building Trust Between Employees and Managers   By Mohamed Althaf Ahamed / MBA Batch 37 / Jul 2026                                   Figure 1: Team building ( Source: workhuman.com) Trust is the Foundation of Every Successful Workplace Trust is one of the most valuable ingredients for a successful workplace. While our employees work together to create, manufacture, and sell high-quality fragrances, their success depends not only on their skills but also on the relationships they build with their managers. When employees trust their managers, they feel valued, respected, and confident to share ideas, resulting in a more positive and productive work environment. Building Trust Through Everyday Actions In our perfume company, I have seen how simple actions can strengthen trust. During the launch of...

  Building a Strong Safety Culture Through HR   By Mohamed Althaf Ahamed / MBA Batch 37 / Jul 2026 Figure 1. Perfumes (Source – fragranceperfumes.com) Safety Starts with People As a professional in a perfume company, I have learned that workplace safety is more than following rules—it is about creating a culture where every employee feels responsible for protecting themselves and others. In our company, employees work with fragrance oils, alcohol-based ingredients, packaging machines, and warehouse equipment. These tasks require everyone to understand and follow safety procedures every day. I believe that HR plays a key role in creating a safe and supportive workplace where employees feel confident to speak up about potential hazards. Creating a Safe Workplace Every Day     Figure 2. Production employees and warehouse staff (Source – shutterstock.com) During my experience, I have seen how regular safety training and clear communication can prevent...

  Creating a Healthy Work-Life Balance for Shift Employees By Mohamed Althaf Ahamed / MBA Batch 37 / Jul 2026 Figure 1: Changing shifts (Sourced - Spencer Wilson/The Guardian 2026) The Importance of Work-Life Balance Working in a perfume company has shown me that maintaining a healthy work-life balance is essential, especially for shift employees. During festive seasons and new fragrance launches, our production teams, warehouse staff, and retail consultants often work rotating shifts to meet customer demand. While these shifts keep the business running efficiently, they can also affect employees' physical health, family life, and overall well-being if not managed effectively. As a part of the management team, I believe supporting shift employees is not only the right thing to do but also contributes to higher productivity and employee satisfaction. Challenges Faced by Shift Employees Figure 2: Shift employees in perfume manufacturing, retail consultants assisting...