Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Accomplishments
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SARAVANAN A/L GOVINDASAMY

SARAVANAN A/L GOVINDASAMY

Pasir Gudang

Summary

Dynamic HR Manager with a proven track record at The Hershey Company, adept at driving talent acquisition and employee engagement initiatives. Skilled in labor law compliance and fostering a diverse workplace, I excel in building strategic partnerships that enhance organizational performance and morale. Resourceful and results-oriented, I thrive in fast-paced environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager – Strategic Business & Talent

The Hershey Company (Malaysia)
Senai
08.2024 - Current
  • Executed human capital strategies aligned with Annual and Strategic Growth Plans.
  • Partnered with leaders to define HR strategies supporting business objectives.
  • Led recruitment, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws and corporate policies through effective oversight.
  • Developed engagement strategies to enhance employee morale and satisfaction.
  • Monitored employee sentiment and addressed concerns through proactive communication.
  • Championed a positive work culture by promoting transparency and resolving conflicts.
  • Oversaw HR operations, managing benefits, claims, and streamlining processes for efficiency.
  • Developed employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture.
  • Managed recruitment processes to attract top talent for various positions.

HR Manager

Premium Vegetable Oils Sdn Bhd
Pasir Gudang
08.2022 - 07.2024
  • Cultivated productive relationships with line managers to support business and HR strategies.
  • Identified resourcing challenges and established manpower and recruitment plans to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Managed HR operations team, overseeing employee lifecycle processes, benefits administration, and payroll.
  • Conducted regular plant visits to engage with workers and assess workplace issues confidentially.
  • Ensured compliance and governance through strong processes and controls within HR.
  • Developed HR policies aligned with company values and industry standards.
  • Drove employee engagement initiatives in collaboration with Plant GM to enhance workplace culture.

HRBP Manager

Bunge Loders Croklaan Oils Sdn Bhd
Pasir Gudang
10.2016 - 07.2022
  • Identified recruitment needs for Operations Division, employing effective methodologies to attract quality talent.
  • Maintained productive relationships with Workers Council Representatives to foster positive employee relations.
  • Administered compensation programs, overseeing performance appraisals and annual salary increments.
  • Conducted salary benchmarking and market data analysis to ensure internal and external equity.
  • Managed employee personal files and maintained accurate information in HRMS system while overseeing leave management.
  • Ensured compliance with company statutory requirements and regulations.
  • Directed employee and industrial relations initiatives to maintain a stable workplace environment.
  • Oversaw training activities as part of organizational development and managed expatriate work permits.

HR Specialist 3 (Employee Relations (ER) & Industrial Relations (IR))

WD Media (Malaysia) Sdn
11.2007 - 10.2016
  • Provided support as primary contact for employee inquiries regarding workplace conflict and policy interpretation.
  • Advised departments on employee relations to effectively manage disciplinary and performance issues.
  • Updated Human Resource policies in accordance with current employee relations legislation.
  • Organized monthly dialogue sessions between management and employees to address workplace concerns.
  • Executed corporate development programs focusing on legal and ethics compliance across the organization.
  • Conducted training for supervisors on disciplinary actions, grievance procedures, and labor law compliance.
  • Represented organization in labor hearings and liaised with governing bodies on labor issues.
  • Coordinated recreational activities and managed cafeteria, transportation, and employee amenities.

Audit Manager Cum HR Manager

Sersol Technologies Berhad
01.2006 - 11.2007
  • Monitored subsidiaries for compliance with local labor laws and general administration requirements.
  • Provided training on ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications.
  • Oversaw performance evaluations for PT. Multi Square (Indonesia) and Multi Square (S) Pte Ltd.
  • Reviewed audit functions to ensure comprehensive coverage and policy alignment.
  • Conducted regulatory audits to assess operational efficiency and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Reported audit findings and plans to Audit Committee Board regarding subsidiary performances.
  • Managed special projects including establishment of new factories, joint ventures, and acquisitions.

Business Improvement Manager Cum HR Manager

Multi Square Sdn Bhd
11.2000 - 12.2006
  • Managed overall Human Resource and Administration Department, focusing on recruitment, training, and compensation.
  • Drafted and implemented Human Resource policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Handled payroll management, including attendance, recruitment, training, and termination processes.
  • Oversaw foreign worker programs, job placements, and on-the-job training initiatives.
  • Administered all company-related administrative matters, including business licensing and local authority approvals.
  • Acted as Quality Management Representative during customer audits, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Liaised with Safety Department on safety issues and environmental regulations.
  • Established ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 systems to improve organizational compliance.

Assistant Admin & HR Manager

Leader Injection Moulding Sdn Bhd
07.1998 - 11.2000
  • Managed human resources and administration functions for manufacturing company with 300 employees.
  • Developed and enforced HR policies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw payroll processing, employee evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
  • Facilitated recruitment, selection, training, and development programs to cultivate workforce skills.
  • Administered compensation packages and employee services, ensuring compliance with industrial relations standards.
  • Coordinated foreign worker management, including hostel accommodations and work permit applications.
  • Handled contracts for temporary workers to ensure regulatory compliance.

Education

Executive Master - Human Resource Development

Asia e University
Malaysia
09.2015

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration, Finance

National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Malaysia
06.1998

Skills

  • Microsoft Office 2013 (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
  • Excellent interpersonal and execution skills
  • Excellent presentation and public speaking
  • Excellent verbal and written communication in English and BM
  • Resourceful, high achiever, results-oriented, service-oriented, independent, and able to perform with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees, from top to bottom
  • HR strategy
  • Talent acquisition
  • Employee engagement
  • Labor law compliance
  • Succession planning
  • Performance management
  • Workforce development
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • HR operations
  • Communication skills
  • Union relations
  • Career development

References

  • Muthu, Kumaran, Engineering Director, 012-5159271, Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd, Former Director ( Downstream – Premium Vegetable Oils Sdn Bhd)
  • Kamaruddin, Md Darus, Snr. Human Resources Manager, 012-7703792, Grand Oils & Food (Singapore) Pte Ltd, Former Manager

Accomplishments

  • Great Place to Work 2024 in Hershey
  • Create and manage a Disciplinary Management System (Industrial Relations)
  • Trainer for HR Tool Box for supervisor level on managing employee discipline, counseling, coaching, performance review, and monitoring
  • Manages successfully all matters relating to employee and industrial relations by planning and directing all aspects of employee and industrial relations to achieve a stable and conducive employee and industrial relations climate
  • Manage and champion the policies, changes, and transformation projects
  • Reduce employee turnover to 7% through the implementation of a new incentives program, a new shift pattern, and other benefits
  • Improved paperwork processing time by streamlining the submission process via an online system
  • Successfully promoted and maintained employee morale by conducting employee welfare activities, employee satisfaction activities, e.g. Employee dialog session, JCC, skip level meeting, sports and recreational activities, employee discount program, movie night, recognition and rewards for employees
  • Developed and implemented a joint consultative committee (JCC), representing both employer and employee engagement
  • Successfully introduced the first GLP program in the company
  • Accomplished the latest revision of the recruitment policy in compliance with QMS and EMS standards
  • Implementation of a new shift pattern

Preferences

  • Possess Own Transport: Yes
  • Willing to relocate: No
  • Availability: Immediately after two (2) months’ notice
  • Current salary: Will be provided during the interview session
  • Expected salary:

Timeline

HR Manager – Strategic Business & Talent

The Hershey Company (Malaysia)
08.2024 - Current

HR Manager

Premium Vegetable Oils Sdn Bhd
08.2022 - 07.2024

HRBP Manager

Bunge Loders Croklaan Oils Sdn Bhd
10.2016 - 07.2022

HR Specialist 3 (Employee Relations (ER) & Industrial Relations (IR))

WD Media (Malaysia) Sdn
11.2007 - 10.2016

Audit Manager Cum HR Manager

Sersol Technologies Berhad
01.2006 - 11.2007

Business Improvement Manager Cum HR Manager

Multi Square Sdn Bhd
11.2000 - 12.2006

Assistant Admin & HR Manager

Leader Injection Moulding Sdn Bhd
07.1998 - 11.2000

Executive Master - Human Resource Development

Asia e University

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration, Finance

National University of Malaysia (UKM)

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