Senior Specialist, HR Manufacturing

CEER; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Human Resources professional responsible for executing HR Talent Services and operations. This role involves leading the onboarding process, managing employee inquiries, and ensuring compliance with Saudi labor laws. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, 4-5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Excel and Power BI. Strong communication skills in Arabic and English are essential. Competitive benefits will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business Administration required.
• 4-5 years of experience in HR roles, particularly Employee Relations.
• Knowledge of Saudi labor law and good HR practices essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the onboarding process and ensure day 1 readiness.
• Manage HR operations and maintain accurate employee records.
• Handle employee requests related to contracts and benefits.

Skills

Employee Relation

Talent Services

HR Operations

Excel

Power BI

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills (Arabic and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CIPD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Plant Human Resources

Job Purpose

This role will be responsible for executing HR Talent Services, HR operations and employee onboarding activities for CEER’s Manufacturing, serving as the point of contact for employees. Responsibilities include efficiently handling employee inquiries and requests, fostering a supportive HR environment, and ensuring high satisfaction throughout each stage of their journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the onboarding process for new hires and Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure day 1 readiness is completed prior to the joining.
• Ensure all pre-joining requirements and documents are completed as per onboarding process.
• Conduct the new joiner orientation and plan their Business Orientation.
• Handle all day-to-day HR operations and ensure accurate employee records in HR systems.
• Handle employee requests related to contracts, transfers, promotions, leaves, letters and benefits.
• Enrolling employees in health insurance benefits, life insurance and renewal process.
• Administrate the addition and deletion under the medical insurance policy
• Create and Update employee records in HR system in timely manner.
• Maintain the employee’s files as per the internal guidelines.
• Handle employee leaves and business travel requests.
• Handle and support grievance, employee’s violation and disciplinary actions.
• Track and manage employees contract expiration and renewal.
• Support in the offboarding process as per the internal procedures in coordination with the process stakeholder.
• Track and conduct Exit interview.
• Advise employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Support audits and compliance requirements related to HR documentation.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives to improve employee engagement and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and report on HR metrics (e.g., headcount, turnover, service SLAs).
• Ensure HR processes comply with labor laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of employee information.

General Duties

• Working in special projects and ad hoc operational tasks as required.
• Maintain updated knowledge of relevant regulations and policies.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports and documentation.
• Provide support for organizational projects and initiatives as needed.
• Assist in managing and resolving administrative issues and inquiries.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of administrative policies and procedures.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels to provide HR guidance based on local labor laws and best practices.
• Act as the liaison - and escalte as needed - on all operational business aspects.
• Coordinate with various departments to facilitate smooth workflow and process improvements. Handle correspondence, scheduling, and documentation efficiently.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

Prefer with a professional certification, such as SHRM-SCP, CIPD.

Experience

• 4-5 years of experience in Employee Relation, Personnel, Talent Services, HR Operation roles.
• A good knowledge of Saudi labor law and government relations.
• A good understanding of the principles of good HR practice.
• Excellent Excel and Power BI skills.
• Microsoft Software: Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication skills (Arabic and English) both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant software.