Human Resources Manager, Singapore

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries, manufactures in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers around the world that facilitate the sustainable transformation of the construction and transportation industries. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023.

Sika is an independent Swiss group founded in Zurich in 1910. Its shares are listed on the SWX Swiss Exchange since 1968. In May 2017, Sika enters the Swiss Market Index (SMI), the leading index of the Swiss stock exchange, containing the top 20 Blue Chip companies of Switzerland.

Sika’s product range features high-quality concrete admixtures, specialty mortars, sealants and adhesives, damping and reinforcing materials, structural strengthening systems, industrial flooring as well as roofing and waterproofing systems.

SIKA (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD established in 1978 is a wholly owned company of Sika AG in Switzerland and a member of the Sika Group of Companies.

The principal activities of the company are manufacturing, trading, and supply of specialty construction chemicals in the building and construction industry.

Over the years we have successfully established our technical assistance, services, and product solutions for various projects in different sectors.

Job Description

We Are Hiring a Human Resources Manager for Sika Singapore located at the West Region of Singapore, Tuas South.

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategies.
• Encompasses all aspects of HR activities, including recruitment, talent management/review, compensation and benefits, payroll, and training. It includes overseeing administrative areas such as office management, facilities management, and policy development.
• Maintain management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending human-resources policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

HR Business Partnering

1. Partner with the management to ensure strategic HR goals are aligned with the business initiatives.
2. Partner with the management to facilitate the annual HR cycle such as performance review, talent management/review, annual increment etc.
3. Provide expert advice and support to the leadership and management team on full spectrum of employment related matters, consulting/advisory as necessary.

Recruitment and Retention

1. Develop and execute recruitment strategies for leadership role, white and blue collars role.
2. Manage the recruitment process, including recruitment, interviewing, hiring and onboarding.
3. Design and implement employee retention strategies.

Compensation and Benefits

1. Create a compensation strategy for all employees based on market research and pay surveys; keeps the strategy up to date.
2. Ensure a robust internal and external benchmarking processes is followed in all compensation and benefit related activities.
3. Build local knowledge in the reward/benefit processes.
4. Review and keep up to date with external trends to ensure the Company compensation package stays competitive in the market.
5. Facilitate job analysis and work with the management to update job descriptions.
6. Manage benefits vendors. Review and negotiate on insurance renewal.

Talent Development/Management

1. Spearhead talent development and management cycle. Monitor and track on retention of key talents.
2. Spearhead the induction program of new joiners, fostering team coordination and retaining the current workforce.
3. Create and manage a performance appraisal system that drives effective development.
4. Spearhead the annual appraisal system and execution is within stipulated timeline.
5. Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.
6. Partnering with people leaders to evaluate the need for employee training and development that support the overall business strategy.

Change Management

1. Be a change champion – utilize and drive change management tools.
2. Coach management on how to lead and direct change.
3. Manage and support change programs.

Organization Design

1. Stay abreast of any changes in strategy, legislation, market, and business model that could impact on organizational structures.
2. Facilitate processes to drive structural changes where required.
3. Analyse structures and make recommendation for enhancement from an effectiveness, efficiency and alignment point of view.
4. Identify critical positions within structures.
5. Drive standardization and consistency of structures and jobs.
6. Ensure competency requirements are aligned to competency framework.

Compliance and Record Keeping

1. Ensure all Company HR policies and procedures are applied consistently.
2. Review and maintain Employee Handbook.

Employee Relations

1. Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues.
2. Investigate employee relations issues and work to ensure human resources related decisions are consistent and fair.

Payroll

1. Oversee monthly payroll process and personal income tax matters ensuring accuracy and compliance with labour laws.

Others

1. Oversees overall administrative activities, such as office and facilities management.
2. Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, or similar field.
• At least 8 years of experience driving results in the human resources field and in Construction/Manufacturing/Chemical industry.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural, international generalist HR role and in Manufacturing sector.
• Proficient in the use of HR systems, e.g. Success Factor 

Additional Information

Skills Required

• Familiar with Singapore Employment Act and Labour Law.
• Handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to analyze complex issues and recommend and implement practical solutions.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized. 
• Strong leadership skills.
• Possess problem solving skills.
• Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics and knowledge of HR systems and databases

Human Relations

• Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• Ability to cohesively work and communicate with all peers.