Senior HR Manager- FMCG

We are hiring an experienced Senior Manager – Human Resources for an established and growing FMCG organisation with manufacturing and commercial operations across multiple markets.

The role requires a well-rounded HR professional who can partner closely with senior leadership, strengthen people practices, drive organisational effectiveness and independently manage the HR function across a dynamic, multi-business environment.

We are looking for someone who combines strategic HR thinking with strong execution capabilities and understands the people challenges of a manufacturing-led business.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Business Partnering

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Partner with senior leadership on workforce planning, organisational structure, talent strategy and people-related decisions.
• Drive HR initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, sales and corporate functions.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Oversee recruitment and manpower planning across business functions and locations.
• Build strong talent pipelines for critical and leadership positions.
• Drive succession planning and internal talent development initiatives.

Performance Management & Organisational Development

• Lead performance management processes, goal setting, appraisals and employee development programmes.
• Develop competency frameworks, career progression plans and leadership development initiatives.
• Support organisational restructuring, change management and HR transformation projects.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Drive initiatives focused on employee engagement, retention, productivity and organisational culture.
• Manage employee relations, grievance resolution and disciplinary matters.
• Build a performance-driven and accountable work environment.

HR Operations, Policies & Compliance

• Oversee HR operations, compensation and benefits, HR policies, payroll coordination and HR systems.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labour laws and applicable employment regulations across operating markets.
• Establish effective HR processes, reporting structures and people analytics.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop the HR team while ensuring consistent HR practices across the organisation.
• Work closely with business heads and senior management on people-related priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on organisational and employee matters.

Candidate Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant exposure to HR leadership or HR business partnering.
• Strong experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, consumer goods or other manufacturing-led organisations.
• Prior experience managing HR across multiple functions, business units or geographies.
• Demonstrated expertise in talent management, performance management, organisational development, employee relations and HR operations.
• Good understanding of UAE labour laws and HR practices.
• Experience working closely with senior management and business leadership.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and team leadership capabilities.
• MBA / Master's degree in Human Resources or a related discipline preferred.

Ideal Candidate

A commercially aware HR leader who understands the realities of a fast-paced FMCG business. Someone who is equally comfortable advising senior leadership on people strategy and getting involved in day-to-day HR challenges.

The successful candidate should be capable of building strong HR processes, developing talent, driving organisational change and creating a high-performance culture.

Candidates with relevant FMCG/manufacturing experience and strong exposure to UAE or GCC markets are encouraged to apply.