Senior HR Manager - Frontline Workforce $50k-$60k

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Direct access to C-suite management

Stable and supportive environment

Job summary

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited is seeking a Senior HR Manager to oversee the HR function across corporate and frontline operations within a well-established FMCG group. You will partner with senior management, lead talent management, and drive workforce planning, compliance, and change initiatives while supporting ISO and audit readiness.

The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a dynamic environment, with exposure to blue-collar teams and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 15+ years HR experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong exposure to frontline employees engagement; experience supporting blue-collar workforces and ISO-related compliance.
• Background from Supply Chain & Logistics, Manufacturing, Construction and F&B retails preferred.
• Experience managing a small HR team and delivering comprehensive HR support to business.
• Commercially minded, practical, and comfortable operating in a steady and risk-averse environment.
• Motivated and passionate about employee relations and people strategies.
• Forward thinking, hands on, proactive and enjoy working with a diversified workforce.
• Strong communication skills in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function across corporate and manufacturing operations, ensuring effective delivery of HR services throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Act as the primary HR business partner to senior management, factory leadership, and operational teams, advising on people-related matters and workforce planning.
• Lead HR compliance initiatives, maintaining documentation, controls, and records to support audits, ISO standards, and certifications.
• Coordinate and support audit preparation, ensuring HR processes and documentation are audit-ready.
• Partner with factory management to promote a safe, stable, and productive work environment and support engagement and retention.
• Handle employee relations, including performance issues, disciplinary cases, grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Drive talent management initiatives, including performance reviews, leadership development, succession planning, and management trainee programs.
• Support change management and organizational initiatives with clear communication and stakeholder alignment.
• Collaborate with business leaders to implement practical people strategies supporting long-term growth and objectives.
• Undertake ad hoc HR projects as required.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Communication (English Cantonese)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Job description

• HR leadership role partnering across corporate and frontline operations
• Stable and team based working environment

About Our Client

Join a well-established and reputable FMCG organization undergoing exciting growth. As Senior HR Manager, you will oversee the HR function across both office-based and operational teams, providing leadership in all core HR areas while helping shape future-focused people strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic business environment.

Job Description

• Lead the HR function across both corporate and manufacturing operations, ensuring effective delivery of HR services throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Act as the primary HR business partner to senior management, factory leadership, and operational teams, providing advice on people-related matters and workforce planning.
• Lead HR compliance initiatives, maintaining accurate documentation, controls, and records to support internal audits, ISO standards, and other certification requirements.
• Coordinate and support audit preparation, ensuring HR processes and documentation remain compliant and audit-ready.
• Partner closely with factory management to promote a safe, stable, and productive work environment while supporting workforce engagement and retention.
• Handle employee relations matters, including performance issues, disciplinary cases, grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Drive talent management initiatives, including performance reviews, leadership development, succession planning, and management trainee programs.
• Support change management and organizational initiatives, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder alignment.
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and implement practical people strategies that support the company's long-term growth and operational objectives.
• Undertake ad hoc HR projects and responsibilities as required.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 15 years of HR experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role
• Strong exposure to frontline employees engagement; with experience supporting blue‑collar workforces and ISO‑related compliance
• Candidates with background coming from Supply Chain & Logistics, Manufacturing, Construction and F&B retails are highly preferred
• Proven experience managing a small HR team and delivering comprehensive HR support to business
• Commercially minded, practical, and comfortable operating in a steady and risk-averse environment
• Highly motivated and passionate in employee relations and people strategies
• Forward thinking, hands on, proactive and enjoy working with a diversified workforce
• Strong communication skills in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus

What's on Offer

• Competitive Salary ranging from HKD 600,000 to HKD 720,000
• Stable and supportive working environment
• Direct access to C-suite management regarding talent strategies