Manager - People & Organization

About the Role:

The Jr. Plant HR Business Partner role exists to ensure efficient, compliant, and consistent execution of all HR processes at Plant level, translating People strategy and policies into daily Operational Delivery. The role acts as the first point of contact for managers and employees, supporting recruitment, employee relations, training execution, and People Experience on the shop floor. It safeguards operational continuity through disciplined HR administration and labour compliance. The role operates within defined frameworks, escalating strategic, complex, or industrial matters to the Plant People Business Partner.

Main Responsibilities:

HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENTEscalates policy deviations or risks to the Plant People BPSupports H&S in cascading the communication across the Plant workforce

Supports Plant People Business Partner in recruitment, performance management and individual development plansCoordinates implementation of development actions agreed with line managersProvides data and follow‑through for organisational initiatives led by the Plant People BPSupport the implementation of Group guidelines in the PlantExecutes HR development processes for Plant employees in line with defined frameworks, e.g fine- tuning on existing structures, sizing / right sizing analysis, workload analysis and job assessmentHUMAN RESOURCES POLICYImplements Group and Plant HR policies at operational levelEnsures consistent understanding and application of policies by managers and employeesSupports roll‑out of HR guidelines and tools at Plant levelHEALTH & SAFETYCollaborates with H&S Team in execution of people‑related H&S policies and proceduresSupports the H&S Team for training, inductions and compliance documentationSupports the H&S Team during local audits and reporting activities

BUDGET MANAGEMENT AND HR PLANNING

Supports Plant People Business Partner in Workforce Planning and Budget data preparation.Tracks HR‑related costs and supports periodic reportingEnsures accuracy of Plant workforce and cost dataSupports analysis required for budgeting discussions

TALENT MANAGEMENT

Coordinates performance appraisal and performance management cyclesSupports Plant People Business Partner in implementation of development and training actionsTracks talent and performance data for Plant population

Ensures process timelines and documentation standards are met

REWARD MANAGEMENT

Executes compensation and benefits processes as per approved policiesSupports administration of salary review, incentives and benefitsEnsures accurate data and employee communication

Supports resolution of routine reward‑related queries

People Experience

Supports rollout of People Experience initiatives at Plant levelActs as a visible and accessible HR contact for employeesSupports engagement, communication and feedback activities

Contributes to a positive and inclusive shop‑floor environment

RECRUITMENT AND HIRING

Manages end‑to‑end recruitment execution for Plant rolesCoordinates with hiring managers on interviews and selectionsManages onboarding and local induction processes

Supports internal mobility and staffing changes at Plant level

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND LABOUR NEGOTIATIONS

Works closely with Plant People Business Partner and Industrial Relation Manager in resolving day‑to‑day employee relations and grievance handlingSupports Industrial Relations Manager in disciplinary processes and documentationSupports Industrial Relations Manager in fulfilling compliance with local labour laws and HR regulations

Supports employee communication and engagement activities

About You:

Graduation is must. MBA degree/diploma in HR is preferred with more than 7 years of work experience

Prior experience in in lean manufacturing plant (automotive with WCM, TPM or other methodology) will be preferredUnderstanding of the Training Skill Matrix

Strong knowledge of HR operations within a manufacturing or industrial plant environment, including recruitment execution, onboarding, learning and development, rewards and recognition, organizational development, employee relations and HR administration. Sound understanding of HR Policies and Processes of manufacturing plant, knowledge of labour laws and industrial relations practices, with the ability to apply policies consistently on the shop floor. Working knowledge of HR systems, reporting, and workforce data management is required. Familiarity with health & safety processes and their people‑related implications in an industrial setting is an advantage.

Our Benefits & Perks:

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

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