Abstract

Purpose: Socially Responsible Human Resource Management (SRHRM) is a vital intersection of CSR and HRM, integrating ethical, social, and environmental values into HR practices. Its strategic role is evident in distribution-driven industries—such as logistics, trade, and global supply chains—where workforce decisions directly influence service efficiency, compliance, and labor resilience. However, existing studies are fragmented and lack a visualized overview of the field’s intellectual development. This study provides a comprehensive and replicable bibliometric review of SRHRM literature. Research design, data, and methodology: A systematic literature review combined with bibliometric analysis was conducted using Scopus and Web of Science data. Following PRISMA screening, 110 peer-reviewed articles (2008–2024) were analyzed with VOSviewer and Biblioshiny for keyword co-occurrence, author collaboration, and thematic mapping. Results: Five thematic clusters emerged: sustainable HRM; employee commitment and trust; CSR and resource management; ethical leadership; and organizational sustainability. Outcomes such as task performance, prosocial motivation, and moral identity are among the most frequently appearing and consistently linked, especially in logistics contexts. Conclusions: This review maps SRHRM’s intellectual structure and identifies emerging themes including ethical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and cultural diversity. Future research: Studies should examine SRHRM in digital transformation, developing economies, and public or multinational sectors to enhance ethical labor governance.