Human Resources Director

Foreground LLC; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to guide the provision of HR services, policies, and programs. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of leadership experience in HR, preferably within the food industry. This role includes developing departmental goals, overseeing HR program execution, and establishing competitive compensation practices. A degree in Human Resources or a related field is required, along with expertise in employment law and employee relations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in the HR field.
• Experience in the food industry is a plus.
• Specialized training in areas such as compensation and labor relations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the department's goals and objectives.
• Guide HR staff towards achieving company goals.
• Oversee HR program execution and identify improvement areas.
• Lead the implementation of performance management systems.
• Formulate and recommend HR policies and objectives.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Familiarity with ERP Systems

Knowledge of Employment Law

Employee Relations

Education

Bachelor or Higher Education in Human Resources or related field

Tools

ERP Systems (SAP Success Factors)

Job description

Our client is a well-established food manufacturing company with a diversified product portfolio. They are looking to hire a well-experiencedHuman Resources Directorto guide and manage the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies, and programs forthe entire company.

Main Objectives:

• Develop and lead the department's goals, objectives, and systems.
• Establish departmental measurements to track progress towards company goals.
• Conduct ongoing research to keep management informed of new HR trends and developments.
• Address hiring needs and embed theminto annual budget planning.

2. HR Programs and Operations:

• Oversee HR program execution, identify improvement areas, and leverage technology.
• Guide HR staff, consultants & specialists to achieve company goals.
• Develop and manage HR information on the company website and intranet.

3. Training and Development:

• Lead the implementation of the performance management systems.
• Conduct assessments to detect gaps, weaknesses, and areas of improvement.Establish an in-house training system for anyidentified needs.

4. Recruitment and Employment:

• Set and lead the standard recruiting and to attract top talent.
• Responsible for the selection of agencies, partners, orconsultancies for any outsourced needs.
• Oversee the interviewing andselection process for management and executive positions.

5. Employee Relations:

• Formulate and recommend HR policies and objectives for employee relations.
• Investigate employee complaints and concerns andfoster a positive work environment.
• Advise managers on progressive discipline and performance improvement processes.
• Review and approve management recommendations for terminations.

6. Compensation and Benefits:

• Establish and manage the company's salary structure, pay policies, and variable pay systems.
• Conduct market research to ensure competitive compensation practices.
• Recommend changes to benefit programs to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor or Higher Education in Human Resources or related field.
• 10+ years of Leadership Experience in the HR Field.
• Familiar withERP Systems (SAP Success Factorsis a PLUS).
• Experience in the Food Industry is a PLUS.
• Specialized Training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employeerelations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations, isa PLUS.