HR Executive (Generalist) (Kota Kinabalu)

Lee's Fandbee Sdn. Bhd.; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee’s Fandbee Sabah is seeking an HR Executive (Generalist) to lead the full HR function on the ground in Sabah. You will recruit, onboard, process payroll, ensure Sabah labour law compliance, and support staff with timely, accurate HR/payroll administration while coordinating with KL HQ HR.

You should bring a Diploma/ Degree in HRM or Business Admin, 3–5 years of HR generalist experience, and strong Excel skills. Bahasa Malaysia and English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & onboarding for Sabah roles, end-to-end process.

Skills

HR Generalist

Payroll

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Compliance

Communication (Bahasa Malaysia & Eng)

Education

Diploma/ Degree in HR Management or Business Administration

Tools

HRIS

Payroll Software

Excel

Job description

Imagine what you could do here at Lee’s Fandbee Sabah, where fresh ideas rise into extraordinary products that champion food equality for every Malaysian. Lee’s was born in 1962 when a couple welcomed their communities to their Kuala Lumpur shop, and has since grown to welcome millions of customers in multiple countries across Southeast Asia. Every day, our leeders don’t just manage daily operations; they create a kind of wonder that transforms how communities access good food at a great price. Join Lee’s, and help us leave the world tastier and more equitable than we found it.

The Difference You Will Make:
As our HR Executive (Generalist) in Sabah, you will be the go-to HR person for our Sabah team, running the full HR function on the ground. You’ll hire the right people, pay them accurately and on time, keep us compliant with Sabah labour law, and make sure every staff member feels supported. Working independently with guidance from our KL HQ HR team, you’ll build strong, people-first HR practices that help us bring affordable, quality food to more communities.

Mission Food Equality Requirements

Putting customer first by thinking and acting as a customer and working backwards to create the best customer experience

Ability to work under conditions of uncertainty in a fast-growing, sometimes ever-changing and complex environment, and comfortable acting with minimal planning, direction and supervision

Seasoned and strategic multitasker, with a hands-on approach and outside-the-box mentality

Fast executor and learner, with strong commitment and focus on delivering results

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding

Manage end-to-end recruitment for Sabah roles, from job posting and sourcing to screening, interview coordination and offers

Build local talent pipelines through job portals, MyFutureJobs, universities and community networks

Run onboarding for new hires, including documentation, orientation and probation tracking

Payroll & Statutory Compliance

Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and on schedule

Validate attendance, overtime, allowances, deductions and leave records

Ensure timely statutory submissions and payments for EPF, SOCSO, EIS, income tax (PCB) and HRD Corp

Generate payroll reports, salary slips, EA forms and annual statements

Coordinate with Finance for salary disbursement and resolve payroll queries

HR Operations & Administration

Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and personnel files

Prepare HR letters including offer letters, confirmations, transfers, warnings and resignation acceptances

Oversee timekeeping, leave management and attendance monitoring

Manage offboarding, including exit clearance, final pay and exit interviews

Employee Relations & Compliance

Ensure HR practices comply with the Sabah Labour Ordinance (Cap. 67) and other relevant statutory requirements

Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters and domestic inquiries with guidance from HQ

Support audits and provide HR and payroll data to regulatory bodies when required

Implement company HR policies locally and contribute to policy updates and process improvements

Employee Support, Engagement & Performance

Act as the first point of contact for staff questions on salary, benefits and HR policies

Coordinate performance review cycles, including probation reviews and appraisals

Organise training, employee engagement activities and welfare initiatives for the Sabah team

Report regularly to KL HQ HR on headcount, HR metrics and key issues

What You’ll Bring:

Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related field

3 to 5 years of hands-on HR generalist experience, including payroll and recruitment

Solid working knowledge of the Sabah Labour Ordinance and Malaysian statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, HRD Corp)

Experience with HRIS or payroll software, and strong Excel skills

Able to work independently as a one-person HR function, with sound judgement and discretion

Good communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English

Sabahan or based in Sabah is an advantage

Retail & Consumer Products 51-100 employees

Founded in 1962 by the Lee family, Lee's has long been established as one of Malaysia's leading player in the food distribution industry.At Lee's, we do everything to make it easy for you. We are a company with the buying power to offer our customers consistently great quality and prices across a wide range of products.We deliver the best service - flexible, supportive and totally reliable. We know that teamwork is the key to best service, and for us that is our service.With over 600 product lines, you can be sure we've got everything covered. Our experience with such a comprehensive range of products and industries ensures that we will know and understand your business and be best placed to offer advice and guidance should you require it.We aim to add value wherever possible to the service we offer you, and not only meet your needs but exceed them from your very first order.After all, that is our business. That is our world. We invite you to explore it.

Founded in 1962 by the Lee family, Lee's has long been established as one of Malaysia's leading player in the food distribution industry.At Lee's, we do everything to make it easy for you. We are a company with the buying power to offer our customers consistently great quality and prices across a wide range of products.We deliver the best service - flexible, supportive and totally reliable. We know that teamwork is the key to best service, and for us that is our service.With over 600 product lines, you can be sure we've got everything covered. Our experience with such a comprehensive range of products and industries ensures that we will know and understand your business and be best placed to offer advice and guidance should you require it.We aim to add value wherever possible to the service we offer you, and not only meet your needs but exceed them from your very first order.After all, that is our business. That is our world. We invite you to explore it.

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