HR Manager

iStaff Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer seeks a Strategic HR Manager to drive human resources initiatives in Cape Town. This role blends strategic insight with execution to enhance people management, requiring a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and substantial HR experience in the FMCG sector. Responsibilities include workforce planning, labour relations management, and enhancing company culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 5 years in senior HR management roles.
• Proven track record in developing HR strategies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to drive HR strategies.
• Develop talent acquisition and management strategies.
• Manage industrial relations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Talent Management

Organisational Development

Labour Relations

HR Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Industrial Psychology

Job description

A leading FMCG manufacturer, known for innovation and household brands, seeks a Strategic HR Manager for their Cape Town leadership team. This pivotal role requires blending strategic thinking with hands-on execution to drive business success through exceptional people management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Industrial Psychology
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR management within the FMCG or Manufacturing sectors.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing HR strategies that align with business objectives and drive tangible results.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices, talent management methodologies, and organisational development principles

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with senior leadership and department heads to understand business needs and translate them into actionable HR strategies and initiatives. Drive workforce planning, organisational design, and change management processes.
• Talent Acquisition & Management: Develop and implement cutting-edge talent acquisition strategies to attract, recruit, and onboard top-tier talent in the FMCG/manufacturing sector. Oversee robust performance management systems, succession planning, and career development frameworks to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Labour Relations & Compliance: Serve as the expert on South African labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA etc.). Proactively manage industrial relations, including union negotiations, disciplinary processes, grievance handling, and CCMA representation, ensuring full compliance and fostering constructive relationships.
• Organisational Development & Culture: Lead initiatives to strengthen organisational culture, enhance employee engagement, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Design and implement programmes that foster a positive, productive, and safe working environment.
• Compensation & Benefits: Oversee the development and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract, motivate, and retain high-performing employees, conducting regular market benchmarking.
• Training & Development: Identify training needs across the organisation and develop comprehensive learning and development programs that enhance employee skills, foster continuous improvement, and support leadership development.
• HR Analytics & Reporting: Utilise HR data and metrics to analyse trends, identify areas for improvement, and provide data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• HR Operations & Policy: Ensure the efficient and compliant administration of all HR policies, procedures, and systems. Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and service delivery.

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