Job Objective:

To drive initiatives that enhance people strategy and organizational growth through effective recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, and talent development. Working closely with leadership, the role will focus on building a high-performing workforce, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring that people strategies are aligned with business objectives for long-term success.

Core Functions: 

• Develop and implement the company’s people strategy to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
• Lead the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning and development, and succession planning.
• Oversee organizational culture and employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive and high-performing work environment.
• Advise the Managing Director and leadership team on people-related implications of key business decisions.
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are compliant with labor laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Prepare and maintain accurate HR metrics, reports, and workforce analytics to inform strategic decision-making.
• Monitor and improve employee performance and productivity through effective appraisal systems and coaching programs.
• Oversee talent acquisition processes to ensure timely recruitment of qualified candidates in line with workforce plans.
• Develop training and development programs to build employee capabilities and support career growth.
• Identify and manage people-related risks, including turnover, compliance, employee relations, and workplace disputes.
• Implement effective compensation and benefits structures that are competitive and aligned with company objectives.
• Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to promote a fair and inclusive workplace.
• Ensure proper HR controls and documentation are in place to safeguard employee data and company resources.
• Mentor and guide HR team members, fostering a culture of professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and provide training opportunities to ensure HR team development.
• Partner with other departments to align people initiatives with overall business strategy.
• Provide HR insights and recommendations to support operational decisions, workforce planning, and organizational growth.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including regulators, training providers, and recruitment agencies, to maintain strong partnerships.
• Lead HR due diligence, workforce integration, and change management initiatives in the event of business expansion, restructuring, or partnerships.
• Work with the executive team to design and implement talent strategies that drive long-term organizational success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or HR certification is an advantage).
• 5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HRBP or HR Generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, labor laws, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in distribution, FMCG, or retail sector preferred.
• To promote gender balance, we particularly welcome applications from qualified female candidates.

Skills: 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to analyze data and apply insights to HR strategy.
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• High emotional intelligence and adaptability.

Key Performance Indicator:

• Employee turnover rate
• Time-to-fill vacancies
• Employee engagement and satisfaction scores
• Training participation and effectiveness rates
• Performance appraisal completion rate
• Compliance with labor laws and HR policies
• Absenteeism rate and workforce productivity
• Manager satisfaction with HRBP support
• Retention rate of high-potential employees
• Successful implementation of HR projects/initiatives