Strategic Hr Business Leader

Bebeestrategic; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Pretoria seeks a Strategic HR Business Leader to manage the complete HR function. The role involves developing HR strategies, overseeing recruitment and employee relations, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration and a minimum of 4 years in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing. Strong communication, planning, and analytical abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in a similar HR role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with factory goals.
• Define job roles and oversee recruitment processes.
• Manage employee attendance and payroll processes.
• Implement performance evaluation frameworks.
• Manage employee lifecycle and relations.
• Design training plans aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee administrative and logistics services.

Skills

HR systems understanding

Labor law knowledge

Planning and organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Coordination abilities

Influencing skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Presentation abilities

Innovative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Strategic HR Business Leader to oversee the full human resources function at our factory.

Key Responsibilities

• Human Resource Planning & Implementation: Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies and processes in line with factory goals, headquarters requirements, and local regulations. Design and execute annual HR plans that drive business outcomes.
• Workforce Planning & Recruitment: Define job roles, organizational structures, and career development pathways. Prepare annual staffing budgets and recruitment plans. Manage talent pipelines and oversee recruitment, promotion, and evaluation processes.
• Compensation & Benefits: Oversee employee attendance, overtime compliance, and leave processes. Support payroll, benefits distribution, and bonus allocation in collaboration with management and headquarters. Ensure alignment with local labor and compensation regulations.
• Performance Management: Implement performance evaluation frameworks in line with headquarters' policies. Guide managers in setting employee goals, conducting evaluations, and providing feedback. Continuously enhance performance management systems to drive results.
• Employee Relations: Manage employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, exits, and personnel recordkeeping. Build strong labor relations and serve as liaison with employees, unions, and government bodies. Lead employee satisfaction surveys, implement improvement measures, and manage employee-related public relations matters.
• Training & Development: Design and execute annual and monthly training plans that align with business objectives. Organize corporate culture initiatives and factory-level events. Manage training budgets, resources, and internal trainers.
• Administration & Logistics: Oversee administrative and logistics services, ensuring a well-maintained and productive workplace environment.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience: Minimum of 4 years in a similar HR role, preferably within a manufacturing or factory environment.

Skills & Knowledge: Strong understanding of HR systems, labor law, and compliance; excellent planning, organizational, and analytical abilities; strong communication, coordination, and influencing skills; proficient in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint) with strong presentation abilities; innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.