Human Resources Specialist / Assistant Specialist

Ülker; Gebze; On-site; TRY 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join their dynamic team in Gebze. This role involves being the first point of contact for HR processes, supporting performance evaluations, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and analytical skills, along with a background in industrial relations or business administration. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading food company that values collaboration and resilience, while also offering a supportive work environment focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 yıl HR deneyimi, tazminat, bordro ve yasal uyumluluk konularında.
• Endüstri ilişkileri veya işletme alanında lisans diploması.

Responsibilities

• HR süreçleri için ilk iletişim noktası olmak.
• Yetenek değerlendirmelerine katılmak ve süreçleri desteklemek.

Skills

İletişim Becerileri

Analitik Düşünme

Planlama ve Organizasyon

MS Office

İngilizce

Education

Endüstri İlişkileri ve İş Ekonomisi

İşletme

Psikoloji

Sosyoloji

Tools

HR SAP

Workday HRIS

Job description

pladis is looking for Human Resources Specialist / Assistant Specialist for our pladis Gebze Factory.

Who we are?

With production starting in a small shop in Nohutçu Han, Eminönü in 1944, Ülker has since grown to become the leading food company in Turkey and the region, with more than 300 brands, exports to over 100 countries, and successful overseas operations. Its wide range of products share Ülker's values, including biscuits, cakes, chocolates, candies, and gums. Ülker emphasizes sustainability and objective-driven business practices, contributing significantly to Turkey's economy with a turnover of 7.8 billion TL, nearly 9,000 employees, and a zero-waste policy.

pladis, founded in 2016 as a subsidiary of Yıldız Holding, is headquartered in Istanbul. It aims to unify the group’s international snack brands and enhance global competitiveness. With 25 factories across 11 countries and a global workforce of 16,000, pladis manages iconic brands like Ülker, McVitie’s, and Godiva, delivering high-quality products worldwide.

A brief overview of the position and the preferred qualifications for suitable candidates are outlined below:

Responsibilities:

1. Be the first contact point for HR processes, systems, and practices for related functions and employees.
2. Identify business unit needs precisely and communicate them to HR units after analysis.
3. Monitor personnel movements (transfers, promotions, terminations) and ensure transactions are processed correctly in HR systems.
4. Support business units in performance evaluation and competency implementation; assist in related processes.
5. Participate in talent committees and evaluations related to company transition processes.
6. Inform management and employees about legal regulations, personnel rights, and benefits; ensure compliance and monitor disciplinary processes.
7. Handle confidential information sensitively, communicate effectively across management levels, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
8. Ensure the smooth operation of office functions, including supplies and equipment maintenance.

Essential Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations & Labor Economics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields.
2. 1-3 years of HR experience in areas such as compensation, payroll, legal compliance, or organizational development.
3. Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of HR SAP is preferred.
4. Good command of English is preferred.
5. Strong communication skills.
6. Analytical thinking and reporting skills.
7. Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
8. Experience with Workday HRIS system is a plus.

Our core traits and behaviors include:

• PURPOSE-LED: Driven by our mission to deliver happiness.
• AGILE: Constantly evolving, never settling.
• COLLABORATIVE: Working together for mutual success, transparent and win-win oriented.
• RESILIENT: Adaptable, quick learners, persistent.
• POSITIVE: Self-motivated, optimistic, courageous, inspiring.