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HR Business Partner - Riyadh, KSA
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About this Position
To serve as a strategic HR leader and transformation enabler within the manufacturing plant, aligning HR initiatives with Henkel’s global strategy. The HRBP will lead the implementation of the People Capability Program, drive cultural transformation, workforce development, and operational excellence, ensuring the plant is future-ready and aligned with Henkel’s standards.
What you´ll do
- Lead capability building across shop floor and leadership roles through functional competencies, transformational leadership, and high-performing teams programs.
- Drive workforce planning, upskilling, career pathing, and succession to meet current and future business needs.
- Champion Henkel’s ACT culture, leadership commitments, employee listening, and DEI initiatives to strengthen engagement and inclusion.
- Strengthen the Employer Value Proposition for production roles and partner with hiring teams to improve recruitment outcomes.
- Ensure safe, compliant work environments and promote health, safety, and wellbeing programs for production employees.
- Support pays equity and adequate living wage principles in collaboration with compensation teams.
- Drive adoption of digital HR tools while ensuring data accuracy and insights.
Best Practice & Knowledge Sharing: Enable cross-site knowledge sharing and contribute to Henkel’s best practice standards.
Best Practice & Knowledge Sharing: Enable cross-site knowledge sharing and contribute to Henkel’s best practice standards.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Proven experience in leading capability development or transformation initiatives is a strong advantage
- Strong facilitation and project management capabilities
- Ability to influence, build trust, and engage stakeholders across all organizational levels
- Solid knowledge of labor laws, compliance requirements, and social sustainability standards
- Actively contribute as a member of the plant site leadership team
- Maintain a visible and proactive presence on the shop floor
- Serve as a cultural ambassador and strategic advisor to plant leadership
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.
JOB ID: req79973
Job Locations: Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Dammam
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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