Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire an experienced HR Manager based in Kempton Park with a strong background in warehousing or supply chain management. This role will be responsible for leading HR initiatives and strategies to support our warehousing and supply chain operations ensuring a skilled and motivated workforce compliance with industry regulations and continuous improvement of HR practices. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the operational needs within warehousing or supply chain environments and will play a key role in recruiting developing and retaining top talent for the organization.
- HR Strategy & Workforce Planning:
- Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the organization s goals with a specific focus on the warehousing and supply chain operations.
- Work closely with the senior management team to identify staffing requirements plan for future workforce needs and ensure the availability of skilled personnel.
- Develop and maintain workforce planning processes that meet the operational demands of the business.
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition:
- Oversee the recruitment process for warehousing and supply chain roles ensuring a timely and effective hiring process.
- Develop job descriptions post openings and manage candidate pipelines for positions in warehousing logistics supply chain and other operational areas.
- Partner with operations managers to understand rolespecific requirements and attract qualified candidates ensuring the company s workforce is adequately staffed.
- Employee Development & Training:
- Design and implement training programs tailored to the warehousing and supply chain teams ensuring all employees are uptodate with operational procedures safety standards and compliance requirements.
- Identify skill gaps and provide development opportunities including leadership development for warehouse supervisors and supply chain leaders.
- Support career development initiatives helping employees advance within the organization.
- Employee Relations & Engagement:
- Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues addressing concerns related to work environment performance conflicts and compliance.
- Foster a positive work culture within the warehousing and supply chain teams promoting open communication respect and teamwork.
- Drive employee engagement initiatives to improve retention job satisfaction and motivation.
- Health & Safety Compliance:
- Collaborate with the operations team to ensure that HR policies align with health and safety regulations in warehousing and supply chain environments.
- Ensure all employees are compliant with workplace safety standards and regulations including OSHA guidelines and other industryspecific safety requirements.
- Assist in the investigation and resolution of workplace safety incidents and contribute to improving safety standards across operations.
- Performance Management & Compensation:
- Develop and manage performance management systems for warehousing and supply chain employees ensuring clear expectations regular feedback and performance reviews.
- Provide guidance to management on compensation benefits and incentive programs that align with industry standards and motivate high performance.
- Manage employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones within the warehouse or supply chain teams.
- Compliance & Policy Management:
- Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and industry regulations including those specific to warehousing logistics and supply chain operations.
- Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures that meet company needs and comply with legal requirements.
- Oversee the administration of employee records ensuring accurate and confidential handling of all HRrelated documentation.
- HR Reporting & Data Analysis:
- Track key HR metrics related to warehousing and supply chain including turnover rates absenteeism recruitment success and employee engagement.
- Analyze HR data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Provide regular reports on HR performance and support decisionmaking processes with datadriven insights.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of HR management experience with a focus on warehousing logistics or supply chain management.
- Proven experience in recruitment employee relations performance management and training within the warehousing or supply chain environment.
- Strong knowledge of operational processes safety regulations and labor laws relevant to the warehousing and supply chain sectors.
- Education:
- A Bachelor s degree in Human Resources Business Administration Supply Chain Management or a related field is required.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage relationships across all levels of the organization effectively.
- Excellent knowledge of HR practices and employment laws particularly in warehousing logistics and supply chain environments.
- Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to address HR challenges in a fastpaced operational setting.
- Experience with HRIS systems recruitment software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Desirable Traits:
- A proactive handson approach to HR management in a dynamic and highvolume operational environment.
- Ability to balance strategic HR management with operational realities in warehousing and supply chain functions.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to influence and work effectively with senior leaders and crossfunctional teams.
HR Manager, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Logistics
Education
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