Design and implement HR policies, SOPs, and frameworks tailored to a rice mill/food production environment.
Build HR processes covering recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning, compensation, and employee relations.
Establish HR documentation, reporting structures, and compliance systems.

Mergers & Acquisitions (People Integration):

Lead HR due diligence, workforce assessments, and cultural diagnostics during acquisitions.
Standardize HR policies, job structures, compensation frameworks, and performance systems across entities.
Manage change communication, workforce alignment, and integration plans.

Workforce Planning & Talent Management:

Develop workforce plans aligned with production cycles and operational needs.
Lead recruitment for factory, technical, and administrative roles.
Implement capability‑building programs to strengthen workforce productivity and technical competence.

Employee Relations & Culture Building:

Build a disciplined, performance‑driven culture across factory and administrative teams.
Manage employee grievances, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Performance Management & Productivity Optimization:

Implement performance management systems that drive output, efficiency, and quality.
Track KPIs across departments and support managers in performance coaching.
Align performance outcomes with rewards, recognition, and career development.

HR Operations & Compliance:

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Ensure compliance with labour laws, food production regulations, and internal policies.
Manage payroll coordination, attendance systems, and HR data accuracy.
Prepare HR reports, analytics, and insights for senior leadership.

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field
8 years HR experience, with at least 3 years in food production, rice milling, FMCG, or manufacturing
Proven experience building HR systems and structures from scratch
Experience in mergers & acquisitions, HR due diligence, and integration
Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and factory workforce management
Excellent leadership, communication, and change‑management skills
Strong analytical, documentation, and process‑building capabilities
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, production‑driven environment

Success Evaluation Metrics- Success in this role will be measured by:

HR Structure Implementation: Completion and adoption of HR systems, policies, and SOPs
Workforce Stability: Reduced turnover, improved attendance, and stronger workforce discipline
Productivity & Performance: Improved output, efficiency, and KPI achievement across departments
M&A Integration: Successful harmonization of policies, culture, and people operations across acquired entities
Compliance: Zero compliance breaches and strong audit readiness
Talent Capability: Improved workforce skills, reduced skill gaps, and stronger leadership pipeline
Employee Engagement: Improved communication, reduced grievances, and stronger organizational culture

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