DAYBREAK FOODS requires the services of a suitably qualified and highly skilled candidate to strategically lead, manage, promote HR and people management practices to achieve organisational success through excellent stakeholder relationships and continuous service improvement activities including the coordination, development and implementation of HR solutions that address key workforce challenges for the medium and long-term. This individual will ensure compliance with relevant policies and process and introduction of best practices. HR Business Partnering Provide strategic end to end HR business partnership and consultation services to all Daybreak stakeholders to achieve business objectives. Develop and implement an integrated stakeholder (including divisional leadership team and trade union leaders) engagement model within Daybreak. Provide high quality diagnosis, consultation, guidance, and support in developing and progressing people management solutions to achieve business objectives. Engage in effective planning to determine and prioritise HR services to be rendered in support of the strategic requirements of Daybreak. Lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge human capital programs and system for Daybreak. Attend operations meetings and provide solutions for operation challenges to ensure sustainability and growth. Work on research and development of policies and procedures for people and human resources management and provide such technical solutions that can help in achieving the employee initiatives and campaign goals. Review and update employment contracts and agreements, ensuring legal compliance. Closely work with HR teams throughout the company to keep the work focus on HR responsibilities like talent acquisition, employee performance management, compensation and rewards, and employee career development Role model high standards of professional behaviour and ethics to ensure team behaviour is consistent with the Code of Ethics and Conduct, values and other policies and participate in whole of sector initiatives, analyse and make recommendations about adoption thereof across the business. Employee Relations Provide strategic ER solutions for operation which include but not limited to workforce and shift planning. Manage workforce discipline from warnings to internal disciplinary matters. Provide ER support externally by assisting the business with effective drafting of charges, preparing bundle of evidence, training line managers on how to initiate disciplinary hearings. Represent the company externally for conciliation, arbitration, condonations, appeals and reviews. Manage wage negotiations, strikes and lock-out. Collaborate with the HR and other department managers to solve any workspace and employee relations issues. Manage and resolve employee relations, ensuring that these are well managed and meet the requirements of Daybreak's policies, best practice, and employment legislation. HR Projects / HR Systems Spearheads projects related to compensation plan revisions, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and employee needs. Implementing functional HRMS (Human Resources Management Systems) and internal databases across all departments and locations across the business. Streamline HR processes and enhance data management. Ensure meticulous recordkeeping and adherence to data processing procedures in compliance with POPIA & PAIA requirements Talent Management Provide strategic initiatives and guidance in the development of talent strategies, workforce planning, recruitment approaches and organisational structures. Overseeing programs that align with the business long-term strategies to accelerate development of key talent and successor candidates. Developing a workforce plan that ensures a diverse talent pipeline and supports business objectives. Developing HR capability in talent management and development Establish relationships with Operations Management to provide professional advice, coaching and support in the implementation of human resource strategies and the resolution of complex human resources issues. Work as a counsellor, mentor, and consultant for the business leaders to inform and ask them about the strategic planning so you can easily translate the business requirements into HR initiatives and programs. Oversee implementation and management of talent management systems and change management capability. Lead the development and delivery of robust change and/or communications programs (including restructures and realignments) monitoring progress, reporting back on outcomes, and providing advice and support to the Operations Management team. Partnering with leadership to identify and develop talent management programs, to support business initiatives. Communicating with Line and other HR teams to coordinate development of talent management programs, systems, and processes to support the business. Maintaining database of talent information for planning for key talent reviews Payroll and Performance Oversight Ensure effective and accurate monthly payroll processes and performance evaluation systems. Ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in these critical areas. Analyse performance metrics like statistics on employee retention and experience to come up with ideas for improvements and enhancements. Manage short-hours and overtime effectively and ensure that shift structures are aligned to operational model. Works on implementation of employee rewards and compensation policies, salary increments, and bonuses Improving organisational effectiveness through the development and deployment of solutions to enhance leadership, improve productivity, drive a performance culture. Governance Enforce compliance with all relevant HR legislations and governance systems within Daybreak in line with all HR's requirements. Adherence to Service Level Agreements / Standard Operating Procedures for HR strategic partnership & service. Manage and optimise the HR budget, ensuring all expenditure is in line with the agreed and approved budgets. Analyse cost drivers and embark on cost containment initiatives, providing feedback to Daybreak leadership team on identified solutions to increase profits and protect against Human Capital risks in Daybreak. Establish and maintain the highest ethical standard in employment practices, including compliance with all statutory requirements and to policies and procedures. Comply with corporate/ divisional reporting initiatives through conducting regular audits and taking corrective action. Matric / Grade 12 Relevant Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in HR, with a focus on business partnering, employee relations, talent, leadership, performance, culture, L&D and recruitment Professional membership with HR governing body like SABPP Proficiency in HRIS and other HR-related software applications Advanced Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Apply Now

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