People Business Partner - SEA & Regional Commercial Functions

People & Organization

Job ID:

76399

Singapore, 05, SG (Hybrid)

Permanent

About the Role:

As a People Business Partner, this role acts as a strategic advisor to business leaders across Southeast Asia and regional commercial functions (Marketing, Quality). The position focuses on translating business priorities into impactful people strategies, ensuring the effective delivery of People & Organisation (P&O) initiatives across the employee lifecycle. Working closely with Centers of Expertise (CoEs), this role enables organizational effectiveness, talent development, and strong employee experience within a dynamic, matrix environment.

Main Responsibilities:

Partner with business leaders to drive the people agenda aligned with regional and functional priorities

Provide guidance and challenge stakeholders on organizational design, workforce planning, and change initiatives

Translate business needs into P&O strategies and actionable plans

Contribute to the development and execution of the P&O strategy across SEA and regional functions

Ensure alignment and consistency of processes, tools, and initiatives across markets and functions

Drive continuous improvement of processes, policies, and operations

Support organizational design, restructuring, and implementation of new operating models

Ensure compliance with Group guidelines, local regulations, and labor laws

Monitor and drive key KPIs, providing insights to support decision-making

Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract and hire talent aligned with business needs and company values

Support workforce planning and headcount management in line with budget and strategic priorities

Facilitate internal mobility and international assignments where relevant

Drive performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning processes

Partner with Talent & Learning to identify development needs and implement learning initiatives

Act as a trusted partner for employees and managers across the employee lifecycle

Promote engagement initiatives, effective communication, and a positive working culture

Support change management in a matrix environment

Ensure implementation of reward policies

About You:

University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Proven experience, including Business Partnering within a multinational environment

Experience working in a complex, matrix organization is highly valued

Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business strategy into people initiatives

Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to work across cultures and functions

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment

Strong project and stakeholder management capabilities

Confident communication and presentation skills

Ability to build trust and work both independently and collaboratively

Proficiency in MS Office; experience with HR systems (e.g. SAP, SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus

Fluency in English; additional Asian languages are an advantage

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

Find out more here.

Our Application Process

We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!

1. Apply

Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests

2. Assess

Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job

3. Interview

If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization