Human Resource Business Partner (Commercial) at Rite Foods Limited

Job Purpose

• The Human Resource Business Partner (Commercial) will serve as a strategic partner to the commercial function, providing end-to-end HR support to drive business performance. The role will align HR strategies with commercial objectives, support talent management, workforce planning, performance management, employee engagement, and ensure effective implementation of HR policies and processes within the assigned business unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Commercial leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Provide guidance on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and succession planning.
• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and improvement plans.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and foster a high-performance culture.
• Provide advisory support on employee relations, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution.
• Monitor manpower metrics and HR analytics to inform business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Support organizational change initiatives within the Commercial function.
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to implement HR programs and interventions effectively.

Qualification

• First Degree or its equivalent in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or related discipline.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5–7 years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 2–3 years in a Business Partner role supporting Commercial or Sales functions.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Employee relations and conflict resolution
• Performance management expertise
• HR analytics and data-driven decision-making
• Knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices
• Change management and organizational development