National HR Manager, Johannesburg

National HR Manager FMCG / Multi-Site Operations

South Africa | Local SA Citizen Essential

Are you a seasoned HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG environment?

We are looking for a dynamic National HR Manager to lead the full HR function across multiple regions and partner with operations to build a compliant, engaged, and high‑performing workforce. This is a strategic and hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who can operate confidently at executive level while still driving day‑to‑day HR excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute the national HR strategy in line with business objectives

Manage and mentor a small HR team, ensuring smooth HR administration and reporting

Drive labour relations, disciplinary processes, grievances, incapacity matters, and performance management

Represent the business at the CCMA and Bargaining Council

Oversee nationwide recruitment, onboarding, and talent acquisition processes

Manage Skills Development, WSPs, ATR submissions, and Employment Equity compliance

Facilitate EE Committee meetings and submissions (EEA2 / EEA4)

Oversee payroll processes, leave administration, workforce budgets, and hours control

Ensure PRP / time&attendance systems are accurate and compliant

Lead HR policy development, audits, and legislative compliance

Partner with senior management on restructuring, expansions, and workforce planning

Support Health&Safety compliance, incidents, investigations, and IOD processes

Requirements

South African Citizen

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources / BCom HR or related qualification

Minimum 5–7 years HR experience, with 3–5 years in senior HR management

Strong FMCG experience essential

Proven experience in multi‑site operations

Strong labour law knowledge (LRA, BCEA, OHS Act, EE Act)

Solid exposure to payroll, workforce planning, HR systems, and reporting

Experience in retail, food production, hospitality, or fast‑moving operational environments – essential

Key Competencies

Strong leadership and strategic mindset

Excellent conflict resolution and decision‑making ability

Highly organised, deadline‑driven, and commercially aware

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Able to handle confidential matters with professionalism and discretion

Resilient, hands‑on, and able to work at pace

Why Apply?

Join a growing national business where you can make real impact, shape people strategy, and partner directly with operations leadership.

If you are an HR powerhouse from FMCG who knows how to balance strategy with execution, we want to hear from you.

For more information please contact Aida Ioannides.

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