Senior Manager - CoE Specialist Talent Acquisition

Job Summary

Suntory is a global leader in consumer-packaged goods, renowned for producing and distributing a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages, premium spirits, beer, wine, and wellness products throughout the world. With a history dating back to 1899, we are driven by a profound purpose: To inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. 

Suntory Beverage & Food Thailand Co., Ltd. (SBFT) was established in 1974 when the first factory opened in Nonthaburi Province and expanded production capacity to support the rapid growth and demand for products in the market by building new factories at Laem Chabang Industrial Estate and Pinthong Industrial Estate in Chonburi Province. In 1990, the company became as part of the Suntory Group, which invested heavily in manufacturing technology and brought its own history of innovating healthy beverage, food and supplement products, and bringing them successfully to market.

Thailand is now the regional production center for not only Essence of Chicken, but also other health products in the BRAND’S Suntory portfolio, including Bird’s Nest and Veta/InnerShine. Currently, 350 million bottles are produced annually for export to 19 countries. 

Job Responsibilities

The role Senior Manager, CoE Talent Acquisition is responsible for managing end to end recruiting activities for contract and permanent professional positions in Thailand for Suntory Beverage and Food Thailand, including sourcing, screening, selection, offer management and onboarding. The role is based in Bangkok.
 

• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies.
• Create comprehensive search assignments, ensuring a thorough understanding of the job responsibilities, business requirements and talent gaps
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with hiring managers, People and Culture Business Partners, vendors, and TA colleagues to create a partnership that yields consistent processes and results
• Develop a thorough knowledge of business and culture in order to help candidates fully comprehend and embrace the career opportunity
• Develop and maintain a network of internal/external contacts to help source high potential talent
• Develop a sustainable talent acquisition and hiring plans and strategies, including Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
• Design, plan and execute employer branding activities
• Perform analysis of hiring needs and provide employee hiring forecast
• Reviews employment application and background check reports. Maintain accurate documentation on all stages of hiring process.
• Participate actively in the regional Talent Acquisition projects
• Follow company regulations and all implemented standard system
• Other responsibilities as per Company assigned

Skills and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Communications, Marketing, or other related discipline.
• Min 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in an in-house capacity.
• Exposure to FMCG industry will be preferred.
• Ability to tie strategic sourcing solutions to business imperatives and talent agenda
• Deep internet research and networking skills that enables one to build a consistent and sustainable talent pipeline
• Demonstrated experience improving systems, processes, and procedures
• Must possess the ability to influence as a strategic consultant
• High level of executive maturity that enables one to develop strong client partnerships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Proficiency in both English and Thai languages is required. 
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately