The position is responsible for leading and overseeing all Human Resources and administrative functions to ensure effective workforce management, organizational development, labor relations, employee engagement, and administrative support services. It drives the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies, and programs that support business objectives while ensuring compliance with labor laws, maintaining positive employee relations, and fostering a productive work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
You will: 

• Lead and oversee all Human Resources operations, including talent acquisition, training and development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and administrative services.
• Develop, review, update, and implement HR policies, programs, and procedures to support organizational goals and regulatory compliance.
• Direct workforce planning initiatives, including recruitment, selection, placement, and succession planning activities.
• Oversee employee training and development programs to enhance organizational capabilities and employee performance.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs, including salary administration, employee benefits, and retirement programs.
• Lead labor and employee relations initiatives to maintain positive working relationships and promote workplace harmony.
• Manage grievance handling, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and employee concerns.
• Lead collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations and maintain effective communication with labor unions.
• Monitor workforce metrics such as absenteeism, turnover, workplace incidents, and employee complaints, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct compensation and benefits benchmarking studies and recommend improvements based on market trends.
• Collaborate with department leaders to address organizational and personnel issues.
• Oversee company health, wellness, medical, and occupational safety programs in coordination with healthcare providers.
• Manage administrative functions, including security services, office administration, and facilities support.
• Supervise the maintenance and administration of HR systems, personnel databases, organizational structures, and timekeeping systems.
• Evaluate the performance of service providers and outsourced contractors supporting HR and administrative operations.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual Human Resources and Administration budget.
• Represent the organization in dealings with government agencies, labor authorities, industry groups, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare management reports and provide HR-related recommendations to senior leadership.

 QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

• You must have a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• You must have at least 5 years of experience as a Human Resources Manager within a manufacturing environment.
• You must have experience in industries such as pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, or other regulated manufacturing sectors.
• You must have comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources functions, including recruitment, training, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and labor relations.
• You must have strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws, labor relations practices, and collective bargaining processes.
• You must have experience handling unionized environments and labor-management relations.
• You must have strong leadership, people management, and organizational development capabilities.
• You must have strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• You must be capable of building strong working relationships across all organizational levels.
• You must be approachable, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• You must have knowledge of performance management, project management, root cause analysis, and targeted selection methodologies.
• You must have basic knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 9001 standards, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• You must demonstrate high integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Work Schedule: Regular shift (8 am – 5 pm) 

Work Setup: Onsite - Laguna