HR Manager (HR Business Partner)

WalterMart Supermarket, Incorporated; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

WalterMart Supermarket, Incorporated is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources Team in the Philippines. This full-time role acts as a trusted advisor to business leaders, delivering strategic HR support to align people practices with corporate goals and improve employee experience.

The position requires 5–7 years in a strategic HR role, strong knowledge of HR management, and ability to travel frequently between store locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or any related field
• 5-7 years experience in a strategic HR role, ideally within a fast-paced environment (retail, supermarket, FMCG or food operations)
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar consultative HR role, demonstrating impact on business performance
• Strong knowledge of human resources management practices, including talent management, employee relations, performance management and organizational development
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with senior managers and business leaders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex HR issues into clear, actionable solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in change management and driving organizational initiatives is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems or people analytics tools would be advantageous
• Deep knowledge of Philippine Labor Code, excellent conflict resolution skills, and the ability to travel frequently between assigned store locations

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders and managers to understand their strategic objectives and translate these into effective people strategies and initiatives
• Provide strategic human resources advice and support on talent management, organizational development, employee relations and performance management matters
• Support the design, implementation and evaluation of HR policies, programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness
• Lead and facilitate change management initiatives, supporting managers and employees through periods of organizational transition
• Contribute to talent planning, succession planning and workforce development strategies to ensure the organization has the capabilities required for future success
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement, providing insights and recommendations to leadership
• Support employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance management and disciplinary processes, ensuring consistency with policies and best practices
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to ensure coherent and integrated delivery of HR services across the organization
• Maintain confidentiality and act with integrity in all HR matters, upholding the highest professional and ethical standards

Skills

Strategic HR

Talent management

Employee relations

Performance management

Organizational development

Change management

People analytics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or any related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

People analytics tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources Team at WalterMart Supermarket, Inc. This is a full-time position that plays a strategic and consultative role within the organization. As an HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and managers across the company, providing strategic human resources support to drive business objectives and enhance organizational performance. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between HR strategy and business operations, ensuring that our people practices align with our corporate goals and contribute to a positive employee experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with business leaders and managers to understand their strategic objectives and translate these into effective people strategies and initiatives
• Provide strategic human resources advice and support on talent management, organizational development, employee relations and performance management matters
• Support the design, implementation and evaluation of HR policies, programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness
• Lead and facilitate change management initiatives, supporting managers and employees through periods of organizational transition
• Contribute to talent planning, succession planning and workforce development strategies to ensure the organization has the capabilities required for future success
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement, providing insights and recommendations to leadership
• Support employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance management and disciplinary processes, ensuring consistency with policies and best practices
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to ensure coherent and integrated delivery of HR services across the organization
• Maintain confidentiality and act with integrity in all HR matters, upholding the highest professional and ethical standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or any related field
• A minimum of 5-7 years experience in a strategic HR role, ideally within a fast-paced environment (retail, supermarket, FMCG or food operations)
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar consultative HR role, demonstrating impact on business performance
• Strong knowledge of human resources management practices, including talent management, employee relations, performance management and organizational development
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with senior managers and business leaders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex HR issues into clear, actionable solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in change management and driving organizational initiatives is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems or people analytics tools would be advantageous
• Deep knowledge of Philippine Labor Code, excellent conflict resolution skills, and the ability to travel frequently between assigned store locations