Human Resources Director / İzmir

Our client is one of the unique industrial companies in İzmir with a strong Private Equity investment structure, operating in a dynamic and rapidly evolving production environment. As the organization continues its transformation and growth journey, we are seeking a high-calibre " HR Director" who will play a strategic and operational leadership role across Human Resources, Quality Management, and Administrative Affairs , while driving a culture of continuous improvement through Lean Management principles.

Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field;
• Proven leadership experience in HR management roles within factories, plants, or large-scale operations;
• Qualifications in Human Resources, Quality, Administration, Business, Organisational Development, or a related discipline, or substantial equivalent experience;
• Senior HR leadership experience in a large, complex, fast-paced organisation, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively;
• Strong knowledge of labor law, HR systems, and industrial relations;
• Proven success partnering with executives to align HR initiatives with business goals and navigating complex, cross-regional stakeholder landscapes;

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the company’s HR strategy aligned with business and operational goals;
• Lead all HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, Industrial Relations, and Employee Engagement;
• Drive HR excellence in an industrial environment with quality standards;
• Develop and implement workplace safety, ergonomics, and compliance practices in partnership with HSE/Operations teams;
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO/GM and plant leadership teams, providing guidance on workforce strategy and organizational priorities;
• Oversee the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) ensuring compliance with ISO standards and customer requirement;
• Build strong HR policies, SOPs, and competency frameworks supporting a high-performance industrial culture;
• Drive organizational development, capability building, and succession planning across white- and blue-collar workforce.