HR Manager – transportation and logistics | Saudi Arabia

Role Overview

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the Human Resources function and oversee HR operations across the organization.
• Develop HR strategies, policies, procedures, internal regulations, and governance in compliance with Saudi Labor Law.
• Ensure compliance with Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, and Ministry of Human Resources requirements.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, selection, onboarding, compensation, benefits, and salary administration.
• Develop organizational structures, job descriptions, reporting lines, delegated authorities, performance systems, KPIs, and evaluations.
• Lead employee relations, disciplinary actions, investigations, and grievance handling.
• Identify training needs, implement annual learning initiatives, and develop the HR team.
• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics for executive management.
• Provide senior management with strategic HR recommendations and support organizational compliance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum eight years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• At least five years of experience in an HR Manager or equivalent leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law and government HR platforms.
• Experience developing HR policies, procedures, organizational structures, and HR governance.
• Hands-on experience in workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HR systems, Microsoft Excel, and HR reporting tools.
• Fluency in Arabic and a good command of English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CIPD, SHRM, SPHRi, or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, construction, manufacturing, or operational industries.