Human Resources Senior Manager (Onsite)

LHH; Ataşehir; On-site; TRY 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international food manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to drive HR strategies aligned with business goals. The role involves managing a team, overseeing labor relations, and implementing talent development initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Min. 10 years of HR experience with at least 2-3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in labor relations and union negotiations.
• Excellent level of English.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 5 and partner with senior leadership on HR strategies.
• Oversee labor relations and compliance with local regulations.
• Drive employee engagement and talent development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

HR Systems Proficiency

Change Management

Education

University Degree

Tools

HR Analytics

Job description

Our client is an International Food Manufacturing company and for their growing organization we are looking for a;

Senior Human Resources Manager (Onsite)

• University Degree
• Min. 10 years of HR experience with at least 2-3 years in a managerial or senior HRBP role within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Experience in labor relations, union negotiations, and collective bargaining agreements
• Proven track record in strategic HR leadership, talent development, and workforce planning
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance requirements in an international environment
• Experience working in a matrix organization with regional/global HR collaboration
• Excellent level of English
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Hands on, ability to influence and drive change in a complex, fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Proficiency in HR systems, analytics, and reporting tools
• Able to work onsite
• No travel restrictions when necessary

Job Description

• Reporting to General Manager Turkiye and Dotted Line Regional/Global HR Lead
• Managing a team of 5 including HQ and Plant
• Partner with the General Manager and senior leadership to define and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals
• Act as a key advisor on organizational structure, workforce planning, and talent development
• Align local HR policies and initiatives with global HR strategies while ensuring compliance with local regulations
• Manage union relations, collective bargaining agreements, and labor negotiations to foster a positive industrial climate
• Lead grievance handling, dispute resolution, and workplace investigations to ensure fair treatment and legal compliance
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance productivity, retention, and workplace culture
• Implement succession planning, leadership development, and career progression programs for key roles
• Identify and develop high-potential employees, ensuring a strong talent pipeline
• Foster a culture of continuous learning through targeted training and development initiatives
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and performance management processes in alignment with corporate guidelines
• Ensure HR policies and labor law compliance while mitigating risks related to employment practices
• Leverage HR data analytics to support workforce planning, productivity tracking, and decision-making
• Lead HR initiatives during business transformation, mergers, or expansions
• Drive cultural change and employee engagement strategies in a dynamic manufacturing setting
• Act as a coach to senior leaders and managers on HR best practices and people management