HR Manager- Kaduna

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Job Title: HR Manager Location: Kaduna Job Profile: The HR Manager will oversee end-to-end HR operations for the Kaduna plant, partnering closely with factory leadership and head office to drive a high‑performance, compliant, and engaged workforce in a fast‑paced FMCG/manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Drive HR operations for the Kaduna factory/plant, acting as the primary HR business partner to Plant Manager and functional heads. Lead manpower planning, recruitment, and onboarding for factory and support roles, ensuring timely staffing for production and shift operations. Implement and manage HR policies, SOPs, and disciplinary procedures in line with labour laws, company standards, and factory regulations. Oversee time & attendance, shift rosters, leave management, and payroll inputs for plant staff and workers. Manage employee relations on site, including grievances, engagement, communication forums, and conflict resolution to maintain harmonious industrial relations. Partner with key stakeholders (plant leadership, head office HR, HSE, Finance, Unions/Worker reps, regulators) to support business objectives and resolve people issues. Coordinate performance management cycles, goal setting, appraisals, and performance improvement plans for plant employees. Identify training needs and implement learning, HSE, and compliance trainings for both white- and blue-collar staff. Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance for the plant (labour laws, factory act, contracts, documentation, audits). Track and report HR metrics for the plant (turnover, absenteeism, disciplinary cases, headcount, overtime) and recommend improvements. Stakeholder management focus Build strong, trust‑based relationships with plant leadership, line managers, and supervisors to influence people decisions. Engage proactively with employees, and external stakeholders to prevent and resolve conflicts early. Requirements Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration or related field; professional HR certification is an advantage. 6–8 years progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a factory/plant‑based HR role in FMCG or manufacturing. Proven experience supporting shop‑floor/plant operations, including shift patterns and blue‑collar workforce management. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, with ability to partner with senior leadership and shop‑floor employees.

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