Human Resources Specialist

At PPD Global (Photos Photiades Distributors), we are committed to building premium beverage brands and being the trusted home to our employees and partners. Our team members are passionate about growth, collaboration and creativity, and we are constantly striving to improve and expand our capabilities.

Are you passionate about people, purpose and progress? Join our HR team and help us shape a culture where people can thrive, perform and grow.

As an HR Specialist at PPD Global , you will play an important role in supporting and delivering our people strategy across the employee lifecycle. With a strong focus on end-to-end recruitment, you will partner closely with hiring managers to attract, assess and select the right talent for our diverse business, while also contributing to employee development, engagement and experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment, takes ownership and wants to broaden their experience across all core HR functions.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and support end-to-end recruitment processes across commercial, operational and corporate functions, from vacancy briefing and sourcing through to selection, offer and onboarding.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, provide recruitment advice and ensure timely and high-quality hiring decisions.
• Develop effective sourcing approaches and proactively identify candidates through appropriate recruitment channels.
• Support the implementation of the annual performance management cycle and assist in creating meaningful development plans.
• Conduct structured onboarding and orientation programmes to create strong first impressions and smooth transitions for new employees.
• Build strong relationships across teams and act as a trusted HR partner to support engagement, morale and productivity.
• Identify training and development needs and support the planning and execution of learning programmes.
• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and internal HR policies and procedures.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and company events that bring our people together and strengthen team spirit.
• Support HR projects and initiatives aimed at continuously improving our people practices, processes and employee experience.
• Support additional HR-related activities and projects as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• University degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or any other relevant field. A postgraduate qualification (e.g. MSc/MA in HR, Organizational Behaviour, or MBA) will be considered an advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in Human Resources, with significant hands-on experience in end-to-end recruitment. Experience recruiting for FMCG, Sales, Distribution, Logistics or other fast-paced operational environments will be considered a strong advantage.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with digital HR tools and platforms.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong recruitment and candidate assessment skills, with the ability to identify talent aligned with both role requirements and organisational culture.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with candidates, employees and managers.
• High service orientation and professionalism.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and recruitment processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive mindset, adaptability and willingness to take ownership.
• Team player with a collaborative spirit.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

What we offer

• A flexible working schedule.
• A fast-paced and encouraging environment where every voice is heard.
• Opportunities to broaden your HR expertise across all core HR functions.
• Exposure to best-in-class HR practices in the FMCG industry.
• Internal mobility and personal development opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in an organization that values its people.

Kindly note that only candidates who meet the above requirements will be further considered. All applications are strictly confidential, and your personal data will be processed solely for the purpose of this selection process.