Human Resources Manager

COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered is Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs. With 11,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.

Vacancy:                    Human Resources Manager

Department:               Human Resources

Contract:                    Permanent

Location:                    Stellenbosch

COFCO International South Africa (Pty) Ltd has an opportunity for a dynamic individual to fulfill a role in this Company’s Human Resources Department.   

The Human Resources Manager plans, develops, and implements all Human Resources related operational components within the area of responsibility, working in close collaboration with the Payroll Manager, Assets Human Resources Manager and Management.

Reports to: Human Resources Director, Sub-Saharan Africa

Package: Market-related salary, retirement fund, and medical aid benefits

• Grade 12
• Human Resources Management Degree
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at HR Manager generalist level
• Experience in a large, multinational organisation advantageous

Key Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organisational Design
• Driving the right culture and resultant climate
• Talent acquisition, onboarding and Induction
• Talent management and Succession planning
• Learning and development
• Performance management
• Employee relations, disciplinary and grievance matters
• Remuneration and benefits
• Employee engagement and retention initiatives
• HR reporting and analytics
• Manpower planning
• HR policies, procedures, and legislative compliance
• Employment Equity and BBBEE
• Guiding line management on HR-related matters

Essential Skills

• Proven HR Generalist management experience at the required level
• Project management
• Change management methodology
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation: BCEA, LRA, SDA, BBBEE, EEA
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Aptitude for continuous improvement, system enhancements and automation
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Sage Payroll & HR software
• Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors

Competencies

• Planning and Organising — Plans and prioritises HR activities systematically; manages multiple workstreams simultaneously; anticipates resourcing needs and manages time effectively.
• Deciding and Initiating Action — Takes responsibility for HR processes, initiatives, decisions and outcomes; acts with confidence and urgency; introduces positive change into people processes without waiting to be directed.
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations — Delivers HR services to a consistently high standard within agreed timelines; takes accountability for quality and outcomes; maintains a strong focus on internal and external client needs.
• Leading and Supervising — Provides clear direction and guidance to line management on people matters; motivates and empowers others; coaches for performance; sets and upholds appropriate standards of behaviour and conduct.
• Adapting and Responding to Change — Embraces and actively supports organisational change; adjusts HR plans and priorities in response to shifting business needs; remains effective in ambiguous or fast-moving environments.
• Persuading and Influencing — Gains commitment from others through well-reasoned argument and negotiation; influences line managers and senior stakeholders effectively on HR matters.
• Analysing — Interrogates HR data and workforce analytics to identify trends and root causes; applies sound judgement to complex people-related problems; makes evidence-based recommendations.
• Coping with pressure and setbacks — Demonstrates a consistently positive attitude at work, remains effective and productive in high-pressure environments, manages emotions well during challenging situations, responds constructively to feedback and uses it as a learning opportunity, and successfully balances professional and personal commitments.
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information

Interested parties should please submit a comprehensive CV and covering letter, outlining why you feel that you are best suited to the position on the COFCO Careers website https://www.cofcointernational.com/careers/ by searching for vacancies in South Africa, clicking on the listed positions available, and following the prompts when clicking “Apply” on the job description, and answering all related questions in full to complete your application.

Only applications submitted direct on the COFCO Careers website will be considered.

If you do not hear from us within 21 days from date of application, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Only short-listed candidates will be moved through the Talent Pipeline and contacted.

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