Manager – Human Resources
About the company
The CBL Group is one of Sri Lanka’s largest food conglomerates manufacturing biscuits, chocolates, cake, cereal, textured soy, coconut, spices and organic products. CBL brands Munchee, Ritzbury, Revello, Tiara, Samaposha, Nutriline, Sera and Lankasoy are market leaders and household names. The group consists of seven business units in Sri Lanka and three overseas and, exports its products to over 65 countries across the globe.
Purpose driven business forms the core of CBL’s operations, and we are guided by our core values of caring, quality, innovation and integrity. We believe in equal opportunities for growth and we foster a caring, learning high performance culture that promotes ethical and responsible business.
The CBL team is committed to good business practices and are passionate about making positive changes and meaningful impacts for every stakeholder in our value chain. We are looking for individuals that share our commitment to creating great food that enriches lives and supports Sri Lanka’s growth.
Role profile
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for executives and non-executives, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Drive talent analytics and HR reporting through dashboards, workforce insights, and data-driven decision-making.
- Regularly conduct market analysis and compensation surveys, making competitive adjustments and transparently communicating changes.
- Establish clear timelines ensuring timely increments based on performance and coordinate the planning and execution of the bonus cycle, clearly communicating criteria and monitoring budget allocations.
- Generate and analyze comprehensive reports on compensation, benefits, and HRIS metrics for strategic planning and prepare data for collective bargaining purposes.
- Lead HR digitization, AI, and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, employee experience, and process effectiveness.
- Manage the end-to-end performance management system (PMS), including KPI alignment, reviews, coaching, and process improvements.
- Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures aligned with organizational and legal requirements.
- Handle white collar recruitment for executive, managerial, and specialist roles while supporting employer branding.
- Promote lean HR and continuous improvement practices through process optimization, standardization, and operational excellence initiatives.
- Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to support organizational effectiveness and strategic HR objectives.
Personal profile
- Degree in human resource management, business administration, management, or related field.
- Postgraduate qualification in HR or management will be an an added advantage.
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive HR experience with exposure to multiple HR functions.
- Experience in rewards, talent analytics, performance management, and white collar recruitment is essential.
- Exposure to HR digitization, automation, and AI-enabled HR practices will be a strong advantage.
- Experience in policy formulation and deployment is preferred.
- Prior exposure to lean HR practices and continuous improvement initiatives will be an added advantage.
When applying
Please apply with details of two non-related referees within 7 days of this advertisement.