Head of HR, Palm Oil Manufacturer (Jakarta)

Potentia HR Consulting; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic HR leader to oversee the human resources function across multiple manufacturing units. This impactful role involves developing HR strategies that align with business objectives, managing talent effectively, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing environments and a proven track record in HR leadership. Join this innovative firm to shape HR strategy and drive organizational transformation while enjoying competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in HR leadership, with 5+ years in manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing HR for group companies/multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies that support business growth and operational efficiency.
• Oversee recruitment, retention, and succession planning for technical and operational roles.

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership

Industrial Relations

HR Analytics

Talent Management

Performance Management Systems

Education

Masters degree in HR, Business, or Industrial Psychology

Tools

SAP HR

Oracle

HR analytics tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Head of HR will lead the human resources function across multiple manufacturing units and group companies, ensuring alignment with business strategy, workforce optimization, and organizational development. This role requires a strategic HR leader with deep experience in manufacturing environments and managing HR operations for diverse group companies.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Develop and execute HR strategies that support business growth, operational efficiency, and talent sustainability.
• Partner with senior leadership to align HR initiatives with manufacturing KPIs, cost control, and workforce productivity.
• Drive organizational transformation in line with group-wide objectives.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning

• Oversee recruitment, retention, and succession planning for technical and operational roles (engineers, plant managers, production staff).
• Implement leadership development programs to build a strong pipeline for manufacturing and corporate roles.
• Design performance management systems tailored to factory and multi-site operations.

Industrial Relations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, safety regulations (OSH), and union agreements in manufacturing settings.
• Handle employee relations, disputes, and disciplinary actions in a unionized environment (if applicable).
• Mitigate HR risks across group companies (local and international, if any).

Compensation & Benefits (C&B)

• Develop competitive, productivity-linked compensation structures for blue-collar and white-collar employees.
• Optimize shift allowances, overtime policies, and incentive schemes for plant workers.

HR Digitalization & Analytics

• Lead HRIS implementation (e.g., SAP HR, Oracle) to streamline multi-company payroll, attendance, and reporting.
• Use workforce analytics to reduce turnover, improve training ROI, and forecast labor needs.

Group Company HR Harmonization

• Standardize HR policies, culture, and employer branding across subsidiaries.
• Manage cross-company talent mobility and expatriate assignments (if applicable).

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• 10+ years in HR leadership, with 5+ years in manufacturing (automotive, FMCG, chemicals, or heavy industries preferred).
• Proven experience managing HR for group companies/multi-site operations.
• Strong expertise in industrial relations, union negotiations, and factory workforce management.
• Track record in strategic HR projects (e.g., digital transformation, M&A integration, lean workforce optimization).
• Fluency in HR analytics tools and ERP systems (SAP, Workday, etc.).

Preferred:

• Masters degree in HR, Business, or Industrial Psychology.
• Certification in SHRI, CIPD, or SHRM.
• Experience in international labor standards (if group has global operations).

Soft Skills:

• Strategic thinker with a results-driven approach.
• Strong stakeholder management (CEOs, plant managers, unions).
• Adaptable to fast-paced, operational environments.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to shape HR strategy for a leading manufacturing group.
• Impactful role bridging corporate strategy and shop-floor execution.
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and career growth.