Head Of HR - FMCG

Job description / Role

The Head of HR Strategy is a pivotal role within the Human Resources department, right hand to the CHRO focused on developing and implementing HR strategies to support the overall business objectives for this leader in its respective segment in the FMCG industry.

Client Details

Our client is a prominent player within the FMCG industry, operating on a national level. This large organisation is based in Jeddah and is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, with a strong emphasis on sustainable practices.

Description

The Head of HR Strategy is responsible for developing and implementing the long term HR strategic framework, aligning HR initiatives with the company's overall business strategy, and ensuring governance and compliance. This role drives HR transformation, fostering a data-driven, high-performing HR function to support the long term vision.

Strategic Planning & Execution

* Develop and oversee the 3-year Human Capital Strategic Plan aligned with business objectives.
* Design and execute the Organisation Development (OD) Framework to optimize structure and workforce efficiency.
* Lead workforce planning processes to anticipate and meet current and future talent needs.
* Drive the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
* Ensure HR transformation initiatives align with growth strategy.

Governance & Compliance

* Establish and maintain governance frameworks to ensure compliance with labor laws and international standards.
* Conduct regular HR audits and diagnostics to identify and resolve gaps in policies and practices.
* Ensure adherence to governance frameworks across all HR processes and procedures.

HR Advisory & Leadership

* Act as a trusted advisor to the CHRO and executive leadership team on strategic HR matters.
* Build and lead the HR Strategy & Governance team, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities.
* Provide thought leadership on HR transformation and operational excellence.

Change Management

* Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new HR systems, processes, and frameworks.
* Engage stakeholders to secure alignment and buy-in for HR transformation initiatives.

Performance Monitoring

* Establish metrics to measure the impact of HR strategies and governance frameworks.
* Analyze and report on workforce data to monitor progress, identify risks, and provide actionable insights.

Job Offer

There is a competitive package of up to 70,000 SAR + Benefits and the unrivalled opportunity to be second in command in driving the growth and change for this leading player in the FMCG space.

* KSA National MUST
* A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Proven experience in a similar HR role within the FMCG industry
* Subject matter expert in Organisation Development
* Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency in HR software and data analysis.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.