Regional HR Manager – FAMCO

Al Futtaim Group

UAE

Ref: HP698-8306

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

FAMCO (Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Co.) is a market leading supplier of products & services to a diverse range of industries & commercial undertakings covering the transportation, construction, manufacturing, warehousing, oil & gas and marine sectors. FAMCO serves these industries with world-class brands like Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, Volvo Construction Equipment, Merlo, Ingersoll Rand, Linde, Dexion, Yanmar, Himoinsa, Stanley Proto, Fenner, Bruynzeel, Mobel Linea, Meco, Bott, Stertil, Hart & Nassau.

FAMCO has operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain & Ras Al Khaimah. The company's development and success has been based on an in-depth understanding of customer needs and the dedication of its skilled staff.

FAMCO is committed to providing outstanding second-to-none service levels to customers and to maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards at the highest possible levels. FAMCO is an ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 certified company.The purpose of this role is to establish, manage, implement and maintain all HR operations, processes and policies for the growing regional business. This role is responsible for providing HR advice and to promote employee engagement within the organization.

The main responsibilities of the position are as follows:

* To ensure the HR function of the brand is managed in accordance within each country's local legislation.
* To provide consultative advice to managers and staff on a wide range of HR matters including discipline/grievance and performance management.
* To coach associates, supervisors and managers regarding workplace issues such as job performance, career planning and associate relations, ensuring that regional consistency is maintained and company policies are applied in a non-discriminatory manner.
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior line management on all human capital management matters.
* Have a deep understanding of the business, and in particular the sources of profit and the cost base, so as to implement HR strategies and practices that support robust business growth; reinforce a culture of performance focus, meritocracy and diversity; and comply with Group HR policy.
* To Communicate HR plans and progress to the Business Unit.
* Ensure annual manpower budgeting exercise is conducted accurately and efficiently across all stores regionally.
* Focus on measuring the employee engagement of the business units and take actions necessary to improve it.
* To ensure compliance with local law and Group policy throughout the employee lifecycle (from contract of employment to termination processes)
* Develop succession plans and retention strategies for key talent and positions.
* Take necessary steps to create a performance focused culture where high performers are rewarded and inadequate performers are given an opportunity to improve, or are terminated.
* Ensure compliance with the annual appraisal review: that all staff are properly appraised and have proper objectives / KPI's.
* As part of annual HR plan, specify key recruitment requirements for the following year, and communicate and discuss these with Group Recruitment.
* To recommend salary treatment for new hires, increments and promotions and assist in the annual performance & merit review process.
* Participate in the development and implementation of company goals and objectives.
* To be responsible for the accuracy and completeness of records/employee file.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:
A minimum of six years generalist HR experience.
Extensive experience in HR operations, especially in areas of manpower planning, organizational design and human capital metrics is required. To succeed in this role, you will be an energetic, solutions focused individual, with excellent consultancy and conflict resolution skills.
You will also possess strong commercial acumen, and strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence a broad range of stakeholders.Preferably CIPD qualified.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.

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