Manager HR & Admin

People Perfect is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager HR & Administration for a well-established edible gelatin manufacturing company located in Lahore. The successful candidate will take charge of the HR and Administration functions at the factory, driving HR transformation initiatives, enhancing workforce controls, and ensuring full compliance with statutory and labor laws. This role requires a hands-on leader capable of managing a large factory workforce while fostering organizational development and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
- HR Transformation & Organizational Development: Lead workforce planning and manpower optimization efforts. Develop and implement a comprehensive job description and KPI framework across the company. Drive the adoption of performance management systems and oversee HRMS implementation and digitalization initiatives.
- Core HR Operations & Workforce Controls: Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes for all levels, from operational staff to executives. Oversee attendance, leave management, absenteeism, and disciplinary actions. Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary procedures effectively. Supervise contractor and daily-wage workforce management.
- Statutory & Labour Compliance: Collaborate with the Legal Department to manage EOBI, PESSI, and other labor law compliance matters. Develop and maintain HR policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal controls. Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records and documentation.
- Additional Responsibilities: Facilitate training, development, employee engagement, and retention programs. Manage factory administration and related workforce issues. Provide HR reporting and workforce analytics to senior management. Undertake any additional duties assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:
- Graduation with an MBA (Executive) and CHRP certification.
- 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in HR operations, payroll coordination, compliance, and employee relations.
- Proven experience working in a public listed company is mandatory.
- Strong background in manufacturing industry HR, preferably within a factory setting managing large workforces.
- Experience in accounts and finance, including accounting, income and sales tax, is highly desirable.
- Expertise in handling EOBI, social security (PESSI), grievance management, enquiry officer responsibilities, industrial relations, and contractor/vendor management.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal controls such as SAP FAR, fixed assets, audit, and tax is advantageous.
- Proficiency in MS Office, email communication, and HR data reporting tools.
- Behavioral competencies include strong leadership and team-building skills, responsibility, determination, insightful problem-solving, quick learning ability, customer service orientation, and a commitment to safety, discipline, and environmental consciousness.
- The role offers a competitive salary, negotiable based on experience, along with statutory benefits such as EOBI and PESSI.
- Performance-based transformation incentives and additional benefits may be provided based on evaluation.
- This position presents a unique opportunity to lead HR transformation initiatives within a growing manufacturing company and make a significant impact at the factory level.

This role is full-time and based at the manufacturing facility in Shahdara, Lahore. Candidates with a passion for hands-on leadership and a track record of managing complex HR functions in a manufacturing environment are encouraged to apply.