Deputy Manager Human Resources

Company Description

Arvin International Marketing has grown since 1984 from a local trading operation into a leading import and distribution company specializing in international and local salt brands in the Philippines. The company is recognized as a primary supplier and distributor of salt nationwide, serving households, retailers, and manufacturers. With a strong focus on high-quality products, excellent service, and solid business relationships, Arvin International Marketing maintains a gold-quality standard for all offerings. Its product catalogue includes a diverse range of salt, chemical, and agricultural products, providing stable demand and a dynamic environment for team members.

Role Description

The Deputy Manager Human Resources is a full-time, on-site role based in Pasay.

This position supports the HR Manager in overseeing the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and HR policy implementation. The role involves coordinating hiring activities, conducting interviews, and ensuring smooth integration of new team members. It also includes managing HR documentation, maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and internal policies. The Deputy Manager HR will collaborate with department heads to address staffing needs, support training and development initiatives, and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

Normally at least seven (7) years of progressive HR experience, including meaningful exposure to two or more HR disciplines and at least two (2) years in a supervisory, team-lead or comparable role. Experience in employee/labor relations, talent/OD, HR operations, organization design, workforce planning or multi-site operations is strongly preferred. Experience in an owner-led/family-managed, distribution, warehousing, manufacturing or consumer-products environment is an advantage.

• Candidates should possess strong skills in recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding processes.
• Candidates should possess skills in employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Candidates should possess skills in HR policy development, documentation, and compliance with labor regulations.
• Candidates should possess skills in HR data management, reporting, and use of HR information systems.
• Candidates should possess skills in communication, teamwork, and stakeholder coordination across departments.
• Relevant bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in supervisory or managerial HR roles, preferably in distribution, FMCG, or related industries, is an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site in Pasay, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality and professional integrity.