360 Head Of Human Resources jobs in Saudi Arabia

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Job Description:

Ingram Micro helps businesses fully realize the promise of technology. No other company delivers the full spectrum of global technology and supply chain services to businesses around the world. Ingram Micro's global infrastructure and deep expertise in technology solutions, supply chain, cloud, and mobility enable its business partners to operate efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve. We're redefining distribution. Ingram Micro helps businesses run better, grow faster, and achieve their sustainability goals. It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing

As part of the HR team in Saudi Arabia, the HR Business Partner plays a key role in managing all HR operational processes and employee experience programs. You will support internal teams, new hires, and existing associates across multiple HR touchpoints — from onboarding to data management and compliance. This role also supports local engagement, government programs, and policy alignment in close collaboration with the regional HR and Admin teams.

At Ingram Micro, we foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team members are encouraged to take ownership, support one another, and contribute to a workplace that values inclusivity, growth, and results. As an HR Partner, you'll be part of a high-performing team that champions associate engagement and operational excellence.

As the HR Business Partner based in Saudi Arabia, you will be responsible for executing HR operations, managing HR systems and employee records, ensuring labor law compliance, and supporting employee engagement programs. You will act as the first point of contact for HR inquiries, manage internal HR communications, and work closely with government agencies for regulatory processes and programs. This role blends hands-on execution with strategic process improvement across key HR functions.

What will you do:

• Play a lead role in the design, implementation, management, and promotion of HR programs related to company needs, objectives, goals, and core values.

• Focus on aspects such as change management, transition management, conflict management, team development, and various other people management interventions to ensure that employees remain engaged and committed to the company.

• Drive and improve HR systems and all aspects relating to the HR Functions, namely recruitment Saudization Program, Performance Management Staff development, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, and Legal issues related to employee's contracts.

• Drive company policies & procedures. Liaise with all relevant departments to promote and ensure communication of the HR functions.

• The role includes Talent Management, Performance Management, L & D, Employee / Labor Relations, and Compensation Benefits Projects.

What would make you a great fit:

• 3:5 years HR generalist experience, preferably with IT Distribution.
• You have an ability to balance stakeholders and their business needs.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law.
• Experience in an international Organization.
• Comfortable using Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and HRIS tools like Workday.

At Ingram Micro, we invest in your future. Through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and a commitment to fostering innovation, we ensure every team member thrives in their career journey. You will get a great opportunity to be part of the ambitious plans we have for growing one of the most important parts of our organization. We will support you in your professional and personal development, by providing you with access to LinkedIn Learning and many high-quality training courses to increase your technical knowledge and expertise. You will also get the opportunity to work with passionate team members and stay connected as one family.

The MEMF Co. is the KFB Group's flagship company. It is located over a sprawling 15,000 square meter campus in the heart of the New Industrial City of Riyadh. The factory contains state-of-the-art equipment capable of manufacturing high accuracy measuring and protection equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic partner to business units, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals.
• Understand department needs and support managers with workforce planning and organizational development.
• Lead and manage the full-cycle recruitment process to attract and retain top talent.
• Oversee and enhance core HR operations including onboarding, employee records, and contract management.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and labor law compliance.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and recommend solutions to improve performance, retention, and engagement.
• Support performance management cycles and development plans.
• Facilitate employee relations by addressing concerns, conducting investigations, and ensuring fair resolution.
• Collaborate on HR projects such as policy development, process improvements, and digital HR transformation.
• Drive initiatives related to employee engagement, satisfaction, and workplace culture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3 to 6 years of hands-on HR experience, with a focus on recruitment and HR operations.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HR systems (HRMS) and MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Type: Full-time

HR Business Partner – Middle East & Africa (Focus on UAE & Saudi Arabia Subsidiaries)

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding for both local and international employees.

Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and attract top talent across the UAE and Saudi Arabia markets.

Ensure smooth onboarding processes tailored to expatriates and local hires.

Performance Management & Talent Review

Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the performance management framework.

Support managers in setting KPIs, conducting performance reviews, and executing regular talent mapping.

Provide insights on talent development and succession planning to support business growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Participate in compensation benchmarking and salary review exercises for UAE and Saudi entities.

Manage local payroll inputs and ensure compliance with regional labor and tax regulations.

Support the design and rollout of localized benefits programs to meet market needs.

Employee Relations & Engagement

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees in the UAE and Saudi subsidiaries.

Handle employee concerns, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions in line with local labor laws.

Promote employee engagement initiatives and drive HR communications across diverse teams.

HR Compliance & Reporting

Ensure HR practices align with global policies and local labor regulations.

Maintain accurate employee records and support internal reporting requirements.

Monitor compliance risks and provide timely guidance to business leaders.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fields.

Minimum 3 years of HR generalist or specialist experience, preferably with multinational or overseas exposure (sales-related experience is a plus).

Strong knowledge of UAE and Saudi labor laws, HR processes, and compliance standards.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks across time zones and diverse cultural contexts.

Proficiency in English and Arabic (spoken, written, and reading); Chinese language skills are a strong advantage.

Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE

The position is responsible for HRMS software implementation across Apparel Group and improvise the same in terms of configuration and customization as per the business requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support in developing HRMS software
• Assist in the review of data in HRMS to ensure 100% accuracy
• Following all processes defined in the project including system administration
• Ensures data integrity and accuracy of employee and organization information through periodic reviews and audits
• Collaborate with other HRMS users (Payroll, Accounting, Projects, etc.)
• Update of employee information, documents etc in the HRMS manually avoiding an excel upload from the vendor side
• Provide the user details to all employees for HRMS access
• Ensures the internal workflow mapping for all employees are updated accordingly
• Report preparation
• Handles queries related to HRMS for employees

About Us
"Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate residing at the crossroads of the modern economy – Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Today, the Apparel Group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its more than 1750+ stores and 75+ brands across all platforms employing 17,000 multicultural staff covering four continents.

Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines. Also, Apparel Group provides customers the experience of shopping from the comfort of their own home with ease and convenience via our E-Commerce site

Apparel Group Operates Brands from around the world, originating from USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, Asia and include leading names in Fashion, Footwear & Lifestyle such as Tommy Hilfiger, Charles & Keith, Skechers, Aldo, Nine West, Aeropostale, Jamie's Italian to name a few and other key brands include Tim Hortons, Cold Stone Creamery, Inglot, Rituals etc.

The Apparel Group owes its amazing growth to the vision and guidance of its dynamic Chairman, Nilesh Ved, who has taken the company from strength to strength since its inception in the last two decades."

Ingram Micro helps businesses fully realize the promise of technology. No other company delivers the full spectrum of global technology and supply chain services to businesses around the world. Ingram Micro's global infrastructure and deep expertise in technology solutions, supply chain, cloud, and mobility enable its business partners to operate efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve. We're redefining distribution. Ingram Micro helps businesses run better, grow faster, and achieve their sustainability goals. It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing

As part of the HR team in Saudi Arabia, the HR Business Partner plays a key role in managing all HR operational processes and employee experience programs. You will support internal teams, new hires, and existing associates across multiple HR touchpoints — from onboarding to data management and compliance. This role also supports local engagement, government programs, and policy alignment in close collaboration with the regional HR and Admin teams.

At Ingram Micro, we foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team members are encouraged to take ownership, support one another, and contribute to a workplace that values inclusivity, growth, and results. As an HR Partner, you'll be part of a high-performing team that champions associate engagement and operational excellence.

As the HR Business Partner based in Saudi Arabia, you will be responsible for executing HR operations, managing HR systems and employee records, ensuring labor law compliance, and supporting employee engagement programs. You will act as the first point of contact for HR inquiries, manage internal HR communications, and work closely with government agencies for regulatory processes and programs. This role blends hands-on execution with strategic process improvement across key HR functions.

What will you do:

• Play a lead role in the design, implementation, management, and promotion of HR programs related to company needs, objectives, goals, and core values.
• Focus on aspects such as change management, transition management, conflict management, team development, and various other people management interventions to ensure that employees remain engaged and committed to the company.
• Drive and improve HR systems and all aspects relating to the HR Functions, namely recruitment Saudization Program, Performance Management Staff development, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, and Legal issues related to employee's contracts.
• Drive company policies & procedures. Liaise with all relevant departments to promote and ensure communication of the HR functions.
• The role includes Talent Management, Performance Management, L & D, Employee / Labor Relations, and Compensation Benefits Projects.

What would make you a great fit:

• 3:5 years HR generalist experience, preferably with IT Distribution.
• You have an ability to balance stakeholders and their business needs.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law.
• Experience in an international Organization.
• Comfortable using Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and HRIS tools like Workday.

At Ingram Micro, we invest in your future. Through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and a commitment to fostering innovation, we ensure every team member thrives in their career journey. You will get a great opportunity to be part of the ambitious plans we have for growing one of the most important parts of our organization. We will support you in your professional and personal development, by providing you with access to LinkedIn Learning and many high-quality training courses to increase your technical knowledge and expertise. You will also get the opportunity to work with passionate team members and stay connected as one family.

• One Unilever face of HR in KSA, internally and externally, developing strong relationships with corporate peer companies and government bodies.
• Working closely with Head of CBD and Head of Finance to drive efficiency of our JV operations, including Governance, workforce planning, reward practices, culture and learning interventions.
• Bringing very strong knowledge of local labour laws into Unilever practicies, ensuring HR practices are compliant, fair and protecting Unilever value and external reputation.
• Supporting Head of HR Arabia in designing and ensuring consistency of implementation of country-specific policies and processes regarding employment, benefits, ED&I, University relationships, ER/IR etc.
• Designing and leading Employer Brand initiatives in KSA market to attract and to build the best talent.
• Participating in various HR initiatives to implement Unilever People Plan in the teams you will support (including CBD team and Finance team)
• Being part of the designated boards of the Unilever employing legal entities as necessary, executing the related fiduciary duties, particularly with a focus on Business Integrity, Safety, Health & Environment, and Workplace
• Crisis management – the go to person who talks the lead in times of emergency and crisis in KSA country in partnership with business leaders.
• Supervise HR team based out of KSA, coach and support them, including the team based in the factory.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes you Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

OMQ is a leading Riyadh-based event management company, with a branch in Egypt, specializing in exhibitions and conferences. Known for bold, high-impact experiences, we combine creativity and precision to deliver outstanding visual environments.

We are looking for a
passionate and experienced HR Business Partner
to join our team
immediately
and help us build a thriving workplace culture that supports creativity, innovation, and excellence.

The HR Specialist will handle the full range of HR operations for our Riyadh office, with a focus on ensuring smooth processes and compliance with Saudi labor law. This role is hands-on and best suited for someone with
strong experience using
Manasaat
(Governmental Platform )
and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as HR partner to leaders, aligning talent, workforce planning, and culture with business goals.
• Oversee full employee lifecycle (onboarding to exit) and lead engagement & well-being programs.
• Manage HR operations, payroll inputs, and compliance with Saudi labor law.
• Drive performance reviews, coaching, and career development.
• Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary actions fairly.
• Support recruitment, interview for cultural fit, and enhance employer branding.
• Maintain HR data in Odoo and prepare regular HR dashboards/reports.
• Coordinate training and track learning progress.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• +3 years of HR experience.
• Proven experience in the event management, exhibitions, or creative industry (required).
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws, HR compliance, and government portals.
• Hands-on experience with HR operations: onboarding, payroll inputs, contracts, and offboarding.
• Skilled in performance management, employee relations, and talent development.
• Experience with HRIS (Odoo preferred) and HR reporting/dashboards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Location:
Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Working Hours:
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Working Days:
Saturday to Thursday

Company Website:

Industry:
Event Management

Why Join OMQ:

• Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, creative company.
• Work on high-impact projects in the regional events industry.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Apply now and help us create a great employee experience at OMQ

About Us

We are a leading food supermarket retail chain in Saudi Arabia, dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and high-quality products. Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive workplace where our employees thrive and contribute to our success. We are seeking a skilled HR Business Partner to join our team and drive our people strategy in a fast-paced retail environment.

Job Summary

As an HR Business Partner, you will collaborate with leadership and employees to align HR strategies with business goals. You will serve as a trusted advisor, providing expertise in talent management, employee engagement, performance management, and organizational development. This role requires a proactive, hands-on approach to support our retail operations in Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with store and regional managers to understand business needs and develop HR solutions that support operational goals.
• Partner with the recruitment team to attract, select, and onboard top talent for retail roles, ensuring alignment with company culture and values.
• Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and foster a positive work environment in compliance with Saudi labor laws.
• Implement performance appraisal processes, provide coaching to managers, and support employee development plans.
• Identify training needs, coordinate learning programs, and promote career growth to enhance employee skills and engagement.
• Drive initiatives to boost employee morale, retention, and satisfaction, including recognition programs and engagement surveys.
• Support workforce planning and succession strategies to meet current and future staffing needs in a dynamic retail environment.
• Analyze HR metrics (e.g., turnover, absenteeism) to provide actionable recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of HR experience, preferably in retail or food industry in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and Arabic (preferred).
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with HRIS systems and proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent) are a plus.

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides support to the Operation at our Fulfilment Centre by partnering with associates and senior stakeholders on the country related business and people agenda and manages country wide projects independently.

Key job responsibilities

COMPANY CULTURE STEWARD:

• Applies understanding of Leadership Principles and values when consulting with employees and managers (i.e.: performance improvement, coaching plans, team meetings, employee development and promotions)
• Initiates and supports client group or site (or multiple site leadership) to develop the culture for that site or business

ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING

• Understands key business goals, and business priorities, able to apply to core areas of HR responsibilities in order to prioritize work and set goals
• Provides input into org design discussions (i.e. information about talent for succession planning, attrition risks)
• Implements communication plan for org changes

ORGANIZATION HEALTH

• Conducts diagnostics to identify trends & environmental ER or workplace issues, communicates findings
• Partners with management to drive positive ER, or negotiation of works council or labor agreements
• Proactively monitors and acts to address ER or labor changes for the operation
• Implements components of strategy and action plans that addresses workplace environment, employee engagement or retention issues
• Conducts investigations of employee relations issues in consultation with management
• Supports rollout of compliance initiatives; understands and independently counsels the business regarding local employment law and legislation changes
• Leads client group or site engagement activities and audits to monitor org health and to engage with employees/associates

WORKFORCE PLANNING & TALENT ACQUISITION

• Interprets hiring data and provides recommendations to recruiting and client leaders for sourcing strategies
• Understands local market for staffing needs
• Participates in interview loops and debriefs
• Approves offers, transfers, and compensation exceptions in client org
• Engages with managers to ensure launch plans are created, participates in launch plans as needed
• Monitors vendor and 3rd party worker relationships for co-employment risk
• Works closely with staffing and/or recruiting partners to maintain healthy candidate/staffing funnels
• May manage vendor relationships, including facilities temp agencies, maintenance, drivers, and security

TALENT MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

• Facilitates or assists multiple department or group level talent discussions
• Drives identification and management of forward looking promotions for managers
• Coaches and develops business, site(s) leadership on performance and talent management with the business teams
• Identifies participants for programs, and manages internal communications related to training and development
• Partners with leaders on talent development

HR OPERATIONS

• Analyzes data and shares with leaders
• Trains and/or consults with managers on employee life cycle issues
• Utilizes Connections data and provides ideas and strategies for how to improve engagement and manager capability
• Is able to speak to attendance, attrition, and staffing trends
• Identifies gaps in policy and services, makes recommendations for system process improvement and may draft and maintain policies for site
• Rolls out new policy changes/services and ensures business adoption and/or understanding of changes
• May recommend exceptions to policies with input from senior leaders or HR management.

• Completed bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of previous Human Resources Business Partner experience
• 2+ years working in an operations environment/associates
• 2+ years working with payroll processes

• Experience within Logistics and Distribution or Manufacturing Industry.
• Problem Solving ability and analytical skills.
• 2+ years working with unions

• Able to manage workflow, with minimal oversight, in a fast-paced, frugal environment with multiple and sometimes changing priorities.

• Decision making / complex problem solving - demonstrates problem solving and analytical capability; proactively gathers the right data from appropriate sources; conducts root cause analysis; refers to long term plans and goals; acts decisively, promptly and confidently; complex analysis.

• Proven ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and make best use of limited resources.

• Successful record of building and improving operational processes and procedures, ability to drive program efficiency and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Able to diagnose problems and identify and drive appropriate solutions.
• Exceptional analytical skills, comfortable working with large amounts of data and communicating data findings, experience establishing and tracking program metrics including return on investment

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