Head, Human Resources at a Manufacturing Company - Workforce Group

Workforce Group - Our client is a registered and reputable company that is into the manufacturing and suppling of various sizes and shapes of Polyethylene Terephthalate also known as PET- preforms, Bottles and caps for light packaging of Liquids and Powders in the Food and Beverages, Water, Edible- Oil, Toiletry, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Industries in Nigeria.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Human Resource

Location: Sagamu, Ogun
Employment Type: Full Time
Grade Level: Senior Level
Organizational Relationship: Reports to the MD/CEO, supervise staff and liaise with contractors and regulatory bodies

Candidate Profile

• We are seeking a seasoned and versatile Human Resource Head with experience in the manufacturing space with food safety standards that will position the HR department as a strategic partner who will provide strategic advice, guidance and leadership across the business on all aspects of the key risk areas of Human Resources Management.
• The job holder will lead the development and implementation of HR policies and programmes on one hand, and as well as champion various change management, organizational restructuring and corporate culture initiatives.

Key Area of Responsibilities

• Design, Implement and manage company-wide organizational development processes that addresses issues such as succession planning, superior workforce development, key employee retention strategies, organization restructuring and change management.
• Identify gaps in company culture and implement strategies that will foster good corporate culture, employee value proposition and employee engagement initiatives that aligns with the vision and objectives of the organization.
• Provide dynamic and effective leadership in the day-to -day management and running of the HR department by ensuring that all operational task and activities are completed accordingly.
• Act as a key enabler in leading the development and implementation of the company’s HR strategy and the effective management of change across the company, advising on strategies to achieve high level of commitment towards the agreed outcomes.
• Design and drive the implementation of framework for HR key performance indicators, and ensure strict adherence.
• Design, implement and review HR policies in line with Business and corporate needs on one hand and as well as in line with changes in legislation and current labour practice.
• Develop & implement frameworks for all the key HR operations and functions such as; recruitment, payroll management (PAYE, Pension, pay grading system) employee onboarding, performance management employee relations and over all welfare management.
• Design and implement training plans and frameworks that will connect staff to compelling learning and development opportunities, mentorship, coaching for performance through training programs and educational opportunities that will be vital for the long-term success of both employees and the organization.
• Lead and promote HR programs that will create an efficient and conflict-free workplace.
• Promote the gathering and analysis of data with useful HR metrics as it relates to all HR functions.

Key Performance Indicators:

• 100% completion of strategic plans & initiatives.
• 100% improvement in departmental performance
• Employee satisfaction index
• Training effectiveness
• Corporate harmony
• Cost reduction
• Attrition rate.

Person Specification / Qualifications / Requirements

• University Degree in Humanities Arts, Social Science or related field
• Experience: 8 - 10 years in the Manufacturing Industry
• HR Certifications – CIPM/CIPD/APHRI/PHRI
• ISO Certifications / Food Safety Standard certifications.
• A strategic thinker, versatile, confident, creative and passionate about people.
• Hands-on experience in change management, organizational restructuring and corporate culture management.
• A tech enthusiast, able to use tech-supported tools or tech-enabled productivity tools to support business performance.
• Ability to manage relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to enforce company rules without fear or favor.

Required Competencies:

• HR Strategy
• Stakeholder management
• Organizational Development/Change management
• Knowledge of Labour Law and regulations
• Business Acumen
• Great Interpersonal skill
• Collaborative working relationship.

Salary Budget
Open to negotiation.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.