HR Business Partner

Henkel; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader in Saudi Arabia is seeking a strategic HR Business Partner to align HR initiatives with global strategies. The candidate will lead capability building, drive workforce development, and implement health and safety programs. This role requires at least 5 years of HR experience, including in manufacturing, and a strong knowledge of labor laws. The company values diversity and encourages unique perspectives, aiming to foster an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in leading transformation initiatives.
• Strong facilitation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead capability building for shop floor and leadership roles.
• Drive workforce planning and upskilling initiatives.
• Champion Henkel’s ACT culture and DEI initiatives.
• Strengthen Employer Value Proposition and improve recruitment outcomes.
• Promote health, safety, and wellbeing programs.

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership

Capability Building

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Knowledge of Labor Laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD)

Job description

About this Position

To serve as a strategic HR leader and transformation enabler within the manufacturing plant, aligning HR initiatives with Henkel’s global strategy. The HRBP will lead the implementation of the People Capability Program, drive cultural transformation, workforce development, and operational excellence, ensuring the plant is future-ready and aligned with Henkel’s standards.

What you´ll do

• Lead capability building across shop floor and leadership roles through functional competencies, transformational leadership, and high-performing teams programs.
• Drive workforce planning, upskilling, career pathing, and succession to meet current and future business needs.
• Champion Henkel’s ACT culture, leadership commitments, employee listening, and DEI initiatives to strengthen engagement and inclusion.
• Strengthen the Employer Value Proposition for production roles and partner with hiring teams to improve recruitment outcomes.
• Ensure safe, compliant work environments and promote health, safety, and wellbeing programs for production employees.
• Support pays equity and adequate living wage principles in collaboration with compensation teams.
• Drive adoption of digital HR tools while ensuring data accuracy and insights.
  Best Practice & Knowledge Sharing: Enable cross-site knowledge sharing and contribute to Henkel’s best practice standards.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven experience in leading capability development or transformation initiatives is a strong advantage
• Strong facilitation and project management capabilities
• Ability to influence, build trust, and engage stakeholders across all organizational levels
• Solid knowledge of labor laws, compliance requirements, and social sustainability standards
• Actively contribute as a member of the plant site leadership team
• Maintain a visible and proactive presence on the shop floor
• Serve as a cultural ambassador and strategic advisor to plant leadership

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.