Objectives of the Position

• Works closely with local leaders and people managers, to identify the critical business/organizational needs, challenges and people trends; develops and implements appropriate HR programs/solutions in close co-operation with relevant HR colleagues within BASF Group to support the business objectives and overall organization strategies
• Effectively manage special projects assigned in HR area in line with the project deliverables and manage all stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are communicated effectively.
• Provides support on workforce planning and succession planning; talent acquisition and on-boarding, talent development, employee engagement and retention
• Facilitates performance management calibration and improvement process; provides support on compensation matters including salary planning and merit review, job evaluation, promotions, etc.
• Provides insightful data and analysis to guide decision-making and problem solving on people issues
• Works with people leaders to address all types of industrial relations topics, in compliance with local laws & regulations as well as HR policies and guidelines
  

Main Tasks

• Work with people leaders and managers in KL Hub to consult, share insights and execute critical HR topics, with a focus on creating a high-performing and productive workforce, and enhancing a change mindset as aligned with the Business and Corporate Strategy
• Build and maintain a relationship as trusted HR partner with key stakeholders within KL Hub office.
• Coach manager and employees on people matters including performance, terminations, disciplinary issues, career development, covering office and production site employees
• Manage and execute BASF HR framework incl. annual salary review, performance management, talent forum, succession planning, talent program nomination etc.
• Discuss with people leaders to identify training & development and succession needs. Partner with the Center of Expertise (CoE) on Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development and Compensation & Benefits as subject matter experts to design and execute your strategy for how the business staffs, on-boards, develops, motivates, retains and organizes work
• Review key HR transaction and operations that’s to be processed by the Share Service Center (KL Hub) including merit cycle, employee data maintenance, contract management, sales incentive computation etc.
• Foster employee engagement/motivation by promoting recognition and regular employee communication within Malaysia
• Responsible for ER & IR matters within the office, which consist of staff disciplines, industrial relations disputes and being part of the working group in the Collective Agreement discussions and negotiations.
• Ensure coordination and facilitation of new hire orientation program to generate a positive first impression for employees and emphasize the importance of belonging in our company culture
• Work closely with HR teams to ensure successful deployment and embedment of various HR projects
• Monitor impact and outcome of implemented solutions and document learnings
  Continuous Improvement
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve HR excellence and customer satisfaction
• Process operational tasks along the HR Processes and identify areas for process improvement, automation, to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the HR team as a whole
  Professional Guidance / Multiple Reporting Lines
• Works closely with internal HR colleagues within APAC and Global
  Frequent Cooperation outside BASF Group
• Networks and builds relationships with other HR professionals to identify and learn best practices
  

Minimum Education and Qualification Required for the Position

• Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or a related discipline
• Minimum 5-8 years of professional HR experience in a multinational company environment, specifically in HR generalist and/or business partnering areas
• Solid experience and knowledge in local HR practices and statutory requirement
• Solid HR advisory experience across multiple groups (Office & Plant locations)
• Proven record of driving and implementing people initiatives