Head of HR - Manufacturing

A leading manufacturing enterprise in Nhon Trach, Dong Nai is seeking a highly experienced Head of Human Resources to oversee and elevate its HR and Administration functions. * Play a pivotal role in shaping HR strategy for a large-scale manufacturing operation with a diverse workforce exceeding 2,000 employees. * Join a supportive leadership team that encourages collaborative problem-solving and values inclusive communication across multicultural environments.

What you'll do:

As Head of Human Resources – Manufacturing, you will be entrusted with overseeing all aspects of human resources and administration for a thriving production facility. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing strategic HR plans that drive business objectives forward while maintaining compliance with local regulations. You will guide recruitment efforts to attract top talent, implement robust training programmes to nurture employee skills, manage performance review cycles for continuous improvement, and oversee compensation frameworks that reward achievement. By resolving complex issues efficiently and applying contemporary HR methodologies, you will help create an environment where every team member feels valued. Your leadership will be instrumental in building strong teams that work together towards shared goals. Additionally, you will optimise office environments and administrative services as the company grows, ensuring seamless operations. Coordinating compliance reviews for factory social responsibility audits will further demonstrate your commitment to ethical standards. Success in this role requires empathy, adaptability in multicultural settings, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for supporting others.

• Oversee all human resources and administrative functions for the manufacturing facility, ensuring smooth operations across recruitment, training, performance management, and compensation.
• Develop comprehensive HR strategies and annual plans that align with organisational objectives and support sustainable business growth.
• Establish, refine, and enforce HR and administrative policies to ensure compliance with local labour laws and promote best practices throughout the company.
• Lead HR operations by guiding recruitment processes, designing effective training programmes, managing performance reviews, and overseeing compensation structures.
• Resolve complex HR and administrative issues promptly by providing policy guidance and practical solutions to management and staff.
• Apply modern HR practices by introducing continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction within the organisation.
• Build and lead a high-performing team by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and supporting departmental goals through effective coaching.
• Manage office environment standards and administrative services by optimising systems as the company expands its operations.
• Coordinate or lead compliance reviews related to factory social responsibility audits, customer factory inspections, and other HR-related regulatory matters.
• Support cross-functional teams by facilitating communication between departments to ensure harmonious workplace relations.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Head of Human Resources – Manufacturing brings extensive experience from large-scale manufacturing environments where they have managed both human resources and administration functions. Your academic background equips you with theoretical knowledge while your practical experience enables you to navigate complex organisational structures confidently. You understand how to build effective teams by leveraging interpersonal strengths such as empathy, sensitivity to cultural differences, and collaborative problem-solving. Your familiarity with Vietnamese labour laws ensures that all policies are compliant while your strategic mindset allows you to anticipate future challenges. You possess outstanding communication skills that foster trust among colleagues from varied backgrounds. Adaptability is key—your ability to respond positively under pressure supports both operational continuity and employee wellbeing. Fluency in Chinese is essential for daily interactions; English proficiency enhances your capacity for international engagement. Your willingness to travel reflects your commitment to supporting projects wherever needed.

• Bachelor’s degree or above (full-time), ideally in Human Resource Management, Law or Business Management; advanced qualifications are highly regarded.
• Eight years or more of experience in human resources and administration within large or medium-sized manufacturing industries is essential for success in this role.
• Deep familiarity with human resource systems specific to manufacturing R&D as well as integrated industrial trading enterprises is required.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Vietnamese labour laws and regulations ensures compliance across all HR activities.
• Strategic thinking abilities combined with proven team-building capabilities enable you to integrate diverse groups into cohesive units.
• Outstanding leadership skills paired with judgement in complex situations allow you to guide teams effectively through change.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills facilitate harmonious relationships across multicultural environments within the organisation.
• Self-driven approach coupled with analytical thinking helps you remain resilient under pressure while adapting quickly to evolving business needs.
• Fluency in Chinese is mandatory; proficiency in English is considered an advantage for broader communication needs.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.