Talent Management & Acquisition Director

Objective: The role holder is responsible for overseeing activities related to workforce planning, recruitment, performance management and training and development for ASMO to ensure a healthy pipeline of high achieving candidates. Also, the role holder is responsible for managing training activities for ASMO to develop and enhance employee knowledge, skills and competencies required to achieve the business objectives. General Responsibilities Develop and execute the Department’s long-term strategic plan in alignment with the corporate strategies. Develop annual business plans for the Department and ensure the achievement of financial and strategic objectives. Report to the Chief Human Resources Officer on the progress of activities against the annual business plans, opportunities, challenges and issues faced, mitigations taken, etc. as required, to make an informed decision. Manage and continuously monitor the performance of the Department to ensure performance deviations are identified in a timely manner, and required resources and actions are implemented to meet performance targets. Direct and manage the Talent Management department mandates, providing leadership and facilitating work processes in order to achieve high-performance standards. Contribute towards the formulation of the HR strategy prioritizing retention of employees in order to maintain competitive strength as per the business plan. Oversee and direct internal/executive recruitment, search and hiring process as well as onboarding and offboarding processes. Ensure compliance with KSA labor law in the talent management processes. Direct the design/application of the performance management system ensuring that corporate KPIs are in line with departmental KPIs across the organization. Direct the development of training initiatives and oversee all internal & external trainings. Plan individual career paths for high achieving candidates according to the future needs and requirements of the company. Ensure seamless integration between talents from both Aramco and DHL. Develop the recruitment program of ASMO ensuring alignment with the business plan and objectives throughout the various stages. Work closely with the Sales Direct Manager to develop an effective sales training program with corresponding KPIs. Manage the performance of the department’s employees, define workforce requirements, ensure recruitment, training and development of talent, in conjunction with the broader Human Resources function to achieve business objectives. Recommend an optimum organisation structure for the Human Resources Department, in coordination with the Chief Human Resources Officer to ensure smooth workflow of operational processes and optimal utilization of resources. Monitor and manage all operational accounting entries such as payables, receivables, collections and general ledger in compliance with financial and internal standards. Prepare and recommend the Department’s budget in alignment to the respective annual business plan. Monitor the Department’s financial performance against the approved budget, identify areas of unsatisfactory performance (if any), and recommend mitigating actions. Identify and manage implementation of change initiatives on systems, processes and practices considering ‘international leading practices’, and/or other changes in the business environment. Manage the development and implementation of Departmental policies, systems, processes, and procedures to ensure operational excellence. Identify and manage the implementation of improvements to ensure compliance with ASMO’s standards and regulatory requirements that are aligned to business needs to increase operational effectiveness. Present regular and ad-hoc management reports related to the function, provide recommendations to the Chief of Human Resources on new opportunities, highlight critical issues and challenges, and provide strategic insight to ensure effective decision-making. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university is required. Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university is preferred. CIPD preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written English. 13 years’ experience in the same field, out of which 7 years at a managerial / leading position. Talent Management experience in procurement or logistics sectors preferred. Deadline: 30 days from posting.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university is required. Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university is preferred. CIPD preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written English. 13 years’ experience in the same field, out of which 7 years at a managerial / leading position. Talent Management experience in procurement or logistics sectors preferred.

Develop and execute the Department’s long-term strategic plan in alignment with the corporate strategies. Develop annual business plans for the Department and ensure the achievement of financial and strategic objectives. Report to the Chief Human Resources Officer on the progress of activities against the annual business plans, opportunities, challenges and issues faced, mitigations taken, etc. as required, to make an informed decision. Manage and continuously monitor the performance of the Department to ensure performance deviations are identified in a timely manner, and required resources and actions are implemented to meet performance targets. Direct and manage the Talent Management department mandates, providing leadership and facilitating work processes in order to achieve high-performance standards. Contribute towards the formulation of the HR strategy prioritizing retention of employees in order to maintain competitive strength as per the business plan. Oversee and direct internal/executive recruitment, search and hiring process as well as onboarding and offboarding processes. Ensure compliance with KSA labor law in the talent management processes. Direct the design/application of the performance management system ensuring that corporate KPIs are in line with departmental KPIs across the organization. Direct the development of training initiatives and oversee all internal & external trainings. Plan individual career paths for high achieving candidates according to the future needs and requirements of the company. Ensure seamless integration between talents from both Aramco and DHL. Develop the recruitment program of ASMO ensuring alignment with the business plan and objectives throughout the various stages. Work closely with the Sales Direct Manager to develop an effective sales training program with corresponding KPIs. Manage the performance of the department’s employees, define workforce requirements, ensure recruitment, training and development of talent, in conjunction with the broader Human Resources function to achieve business objectives. Recommend an optimum organisation structure for the Human Resources Department, in coordination with the Chief Human Resources Officer to ensure smooth workflow of operational processes and optimal utilization of resources. Monitor and manage all operational accounting entries such as payables, receivables, collections and general ledger in compliance with financial and internal standards. Prepare and recommend the Department’s budget in alignment to the respective annual business plan. Monitor the Department’s financial performance against the approved budget, identify areas of unsatisfactory performance (if any), and recommend mitigating actions. Identify and manage implementation of change initiatives on systems, processes and practices considering ‘international leading practices’, and/or other changes in the business environment. Manage the development and implementation of Departmental policies, systems, processes, and procedures to ensure operational excellence. Identify and manage the implementation of improvements to ensure compliance with ASMO’s standards and regulatory requirements that are aligned to business needs to increase operational effectiveness. Present regular and ad-hoc management reports related to the function, provide recommendations to the Chief of Human Resources on new opportunities, highlight critical issues and challenges, and provide strategic insight to ensure effective decision-making.