HR Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of Human Resources within a multinational medical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic business partner while managing day-to-day HR operations, ensuring compliance with Thai labour legislation, supporting business growth, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

This role requires a hands-on HR professional with strong manufacturing experience, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to balance both operational and strategic HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

HR Business Partner

• Partner with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, succession planning, and workforce planning.
• Drive organizational effectiveness and continuous improvement initiatives.

Talent Acquisition

• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle for all levels of hiring.
• Develop recruitment strategies to attract high-quality talent.
• Build relationships with recruitment partners, universities, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee onboarding and induction programmes.

Employee Relations

• Manage employee relations issues, investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievance handling.
• Promote employee engagement and foster a positive working environment.
• Support employee communication initiatives and welfare programmes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Oversee payroll coordination with external providers.
• Manage annual salary reviews, bonus processes, and benefits administration.
• Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys.
• Ensure competitive compensation and benefits practices.

Learning & Development

• Identify organizational training needs and develop annual training plans.
• Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives.
• Coordinate employee development programmes and performance improvement plans.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Thai Labour Law and company policies.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and employee records.
• Prepare HR reports and workforce analytics for management.
• Support internal and external audits.

Manufacturing & Operational Support

• Support manufacturing operations through effective workforce planning.
• Coordinate HR support for contractor and subcontractor employees.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Support BOI-related HR administration where applicable.

Quality & Compliance

• Support quality management systems including ISO and regulatory audits.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure HR processes comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• Master's Degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in an HR Manager or senior HR leadership role.
• Experience within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, electronics, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing industries is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Thai Labour Law and employment regulations.
• Experience supporting BOI-promoted companies is an advantage.
• Experience managing outsourced or subcontractor workforces is preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems such as SAP, Workday, Oracle, or PeopleSoft.
• Strong English communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Strategic HR Business Partnering
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• Compensation & Benefits
• Learning & Development
• Change Management
• HR Compliance
• Leadership & Coaching
• Stakeholder Management
• HR Analytics
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work within a growing multinational manufacturing environment.
• Regional exposure and collaboration with global leadership teams.
• Dynamic and collaborative culture focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Position: Senior HR Specialist – Training & HR Automation (2 years contract)

Job Summary

Responsible for leading training and talent development initiatives to enhance employee capabilities, strengthen leadership succession, and support organizational growth. This role also drives HR automation and HRIS optimization to improve process efficiency, data accuracy, and employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Talent Development

• Design and implement training and development programs aligned with business needs.
• Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and develop upskilling/reskilling initiatives.
• Drive leadership development and succession planning programs.
• Manage Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and talent review processes.
• Coordinate learning activities through classroom, online, and on-the-job training.
• Measure training effectiveness and manage training budgets and external vendors.
• Promote a continuous learning culture and support internal career development.
• Monitor and report training and talent development metrics.

HR Automation & HRIS

• Lead HR process automation and digital transformation initiatives.
• Manage and optimize HR systems such as HRIS, LMS, and Performance Management systems.
• Ensure HR data accuracy and develop HR dashboards and analytics.
• Work closely with IT and system vendors on HR technology improvements.
• Enhance employee experience through digital HR solutions.

Cross-functional Support

• Collaborate with HR and business leaders on talent and system initiatives.
• Support organizational change management and transformation projects.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, governance, and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–8 years' experience in Training & Development, Talent Management, or HR Development.
• Strong experience in learning & development, succession planning, and talent management.
• Experience with HRIS, HR automation, or digital HR tools is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of LMS, HRIS platforms, dashboards, and AI-enabled HR technologies.
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Good command of English in both written and spoken communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); Power BI or Power Automate is an advantage.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and travel domestically or internationally when required.
• Own transportation is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Talent Development & Learning Agility
• Digital & Data Mindset
• Strategic Thinking
• Communication & Influencing
• Project Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Procurement Engineer / Procurement Senior Officer

Our Client Company: A leading multinational company specializing in industrial automation, machinery, and engineered solutions.

Job Purpose

The  Procurement Engineer/ Procurement Senior Officer is responsible for leading procurement and sourcing activities for direct and indirect materials, equipment, and services in support of business operations, projects, and strategic objectives.

This role acts as a senior individual contributor, providing advanced expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, cost optimization, commercial negotiation, technical procurement, and cross-functional procurement planning. The position works closely with internal team members and suppliers to ensure the best balance of quality, cost, delivery, technical compliance, and supply continuity.

In addition to executing procurement activities, this role is expected to take a proactive leadership position in driving procurement strategies, improving processes, managing supplier performance, reducing risks, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for raw materials, components, finished goods, equipment, and services for both operational and project requirements.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business needs, project schedules, cost targets, and supply continuity objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers locally and globally based on commercial, technical, operational, and strategic criteria.
• Serve as a senior procurement point of contact for complex purchasing, sourcing, and supplier-related matters.
• Provide recommendations to management and cross-functional team members on sourcing decisions, procurement risks, and supplier strategies.

Commercial & Technical Evaluation

• Lead quotation analysis, commercial comparisons, and total cost evaluations to support sound procurement decisions.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, scopes of work, and engineering requirements to ensure sourcing solutions meet application and operational needs.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, quality, finance, and project team members to clarify requirements and align procurement decisions with business priorities.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, technical capability, capacity, lead time, reliability, sustainability, and after-sales service.

Negotiation & Supplier Management

• Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, service levels, and contractual conditions.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long-term value creation and supply stability.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead performance review discussions when necessary.
• Drive supplier improvement initiatives and corrective actions to address quality, delivery, cost, or service issues.
• Support supplier development and supplier risk mitigation plans for critical categories or projects. 

Project & Operational Procurement

• Oversee purchase order issuance and ensure procurement transactions are executed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Manage procurement activities for critical or high-value items to ensure alignment with project timelines and operational requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, prioritize purchases, and reduce supply disruption risks.
• Support product development, engineering changes, localization, cost reduction initiatives, and new project launches through timely and effective sourcing.

Cost Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through sourcing strategy, supplier negotiation, standardization, specification review, and alternative sourcing.
• Analyze spending patterns, market conditions, and supplier trends to support better procurement planning and decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of procurement policies, procedures, tools, and performance metrics.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement efficiency, supplier performance, working capital, and process effectiveness.
• Promote best practices in procurement, contract management, and supplier engagement across relevant team members.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical sourcing principles, and applicable legal or regulatory requirements.
• Support contract review and commercial risk assessment for procurement-related agreements.
• Identify supply risks, develop contingency plans, and escalate critical issues appropriately.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier documentation, and reporting as required.

Additional Responsibilities

·       Act as a mentor or informal coach for less experienced procurement team members when applicable.

·       Support management in special projects, procurement transformation initiatives, and strategic supplier discussions.

·       Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or technical purchasing, preferably in manufacturing, industrial equipment, automation, or machine builder environments.
• Strong experience in supplier sourcing, commercial negotiation, cost analysis, supplier performance management, and procurement process improvement.
• Solid understanding of technical procurement, including the ability to interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering-related requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex procurement packages, critical suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholder expectations.
• Good understanding of contract terms, commercial conditions, and procurement risk management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and coordination skills in working with internal team members and external suppliers.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using AI tools to improve productivity and analysis.
• Good command of written and spoken English for business communication
• Positive attitude, strong accountability, proactive mindset, adaptability, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multicultural environment.

Job Summary:

Lead production planning, material planning, inventory management, and planning process improvement in a fast-paced medical device manufacturing environment. This role requires strong analytical capability, inventory risk management expertise, and the ability to influence and align cross-functional stakeholders to balance customer demand, material availability, inventory risk, and production capacity.

Responsibilities: 

Capacity Planning & Resource Management

• Develop short-term and long-term capacity plans to support customer demand, business growth, and new product introductions.
• Identify capacity constraints related to manpower, equipment, cleanroom space, and critical production processes.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Global sourcing and PMO to ensure adequate capacity and resource readiness for validation builds, NPI activities, and commercial production.
• Balance production capacity, material availability, customer demand, and operational constraints to achieve delivery, inventory, and business objectives. 

Planning & Inventory Leadership

• Lead production and material planning functions to ensure customer delivery commitments.
• Develop planning strategies that balance customer service, inventory investment, forecast variability, and material availability.
• Review demand trends, forecast changes, and supply risks to support effective planning decisions. Lead demand and supply reviews to identify risks and develop mitigation actions.
• Drive inventory optimization and E&O reduction initiatives.
• Drive initiatives to reduce non-conforming, blocked, and slow-moving inventories through effective planning, inventory control, and cross-functional collaboration.

NPI & Change Management

• Lead material planning activities for new product introduction, validation builds, engineering changes, and product transitions, to ensure material readiness throughout validation, pilot builds, and production launch phases
• Assess the inventory impact of engineering and BOM changes, and develop action plans to minimize excess and obsolete inventory.

Planning Process Development

• Develop and improve planning processes, SOPs, work instructions, and planning tools.
• Drive continuous improvement of planning capabilities in an environment with variable demand, frequent product changes, and limited ERP support.

Team Management

• Establish clear performance expectations and monitor planning KPIs, including delivery performance, inventory health, E&O risk, and planning accuracy
• Lead, coach, and develop Planning team members, establish cross-training, skill development, and succession planning programs. Strengthen team capability by standardizing processes, promoting knowledge transfer, and reducing dependency on key individuals.
• Drive alignment among PMO, Engineering, Global sourcing, Production, Quality, and Finance on planning priorities, material readiness, inventory risk, capacity constraints and delivery commitments

Qualification: 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Production Planning, Material Planning, Supply Chain, or related functions, including at least 3 years in a manager role.
• Hands-on experience in NPI, engineering change management, inventory optimization, and capacity planning.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with high product mix, frequent product changes, and demand variability is preferred
• Experience in Medical Device, Life Science, Electronics, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries is preferred.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills with the ability to make planning decisions beyond ERP-generated recommendations.