Executive - HRBP

Who We Are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Role Overview:

The role holder is responsible for providing support to Manager – HRBP for assigned Business Units by understanding people strategy, business issues, and assisting in driving key Human Resource activities such as recruitment, operations, learning and development, performance and rewards, and employee relations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implements the HR strategy for the assigned Business Unit through various policies and procedures to ensure employee satisfaction and high quality of HR services
• Maintains the people budget and ensures that all manpower needs, and employee initiatives are managed within the annual HR budget
• Ensures the performance management process is implemented based on group guidelines, and all assessments and performance reviews are fair and transparent
• Supports the quarterly compensation review cycle ensuring salaries are in line with the internal parity & guidelines.
• Liaise with L&D team on roll out of departmental / business trainings based on training needs analysis and employee development initiatives.
• Manages employee engagement initiatives, handles employee events and supports all employee welfare activities as directed by corporate HR.
• Communicates and enforces appropriate employee policies and programs, assists employees with queries and mediates where necessary.
• Resolves escalated employee grievances, employee relations issues and complaints and conducts investigations in compliance with legal requirements.
• Responds to employee queries and requests regarding employee letters, HR policies, career development and personal issues as necessary.
• Coordinates recruitment activities & partners in interview process and coordinates with talent acquisition & operations to on any hiring, budget & position related queries.

Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency in HRIS systems and the MS Office suite, enabling efficient management of HR functions and processes.
• This combination of technical and functional competencies will support the delivery of high-quality HR services and contribute to the achievement of business objectives within the food division.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field from a reputed university/institution.
• Master's degree and/or HR certification preferred.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience