AVP-HR

We are partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to identify an experienced HR Leader to lead HR operations across multiple production sites.

Reporting directly to the VP of HR, this role requires a strong HR leader with proven experience in manufacturing environments, workforce planning, and managing large employee populations. The successful candidate will act as a strategic business partner to plant leadership while remaining highly involved in operational HR activities and team development.

Must-Have

• Proven HR leadership experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting multiple plants or sites with large employee populations.
• Strong expertise in manpower planning and workforce management.
• Experience partnering closely with Operations, Plant Managers, and business leaders.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing HR teams across different locations.
• Strong employee relations and people management capability
• Strong Thai labor policy
• Native to speak and write in Thai

Preferred

• Experience in labor-intensive manufacturing environments such as textile, garment, FMCG, automotive, electronics or industrial manufacturing.
• Track record of driving HR improvements and capability-building initiatives within factory operations.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a hands-on HR leader who combines strong operational HR expertise with commercial understanding of manufacturing business needs. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working on the ground with plant teams, coaching HR staff, influencing stakeholders, and translating workforce strategies into measurable business outcomes.

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please reach out for a confidential discussion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee HR operations across multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring consistent implementation of HR policies and people practices.
• Partner closely with Operations and Plant Management teams to support business objectives through effective workforce strategies.
• Drive manpower planning initiatives, ensuring optimal workforce utilization and alignment with production requirements.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to a team of HR professionals across multiple locations.
• Strengthen HR capabilities and establish best practices that enhance operational effectiveness and employee engagement.
• Support employee relations, labor management, performance management, talent development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on people-related matters while maintaining a hands-on approach to HR operations.
• Lead and support HR projects aimed at improving workforce productivity, capability development, and organizational performance.