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Sunny Foong Kar Wing

Singapore

Summary

Results-driven Senior Manager with extensive experience in Human Resources (HR Operations/Shared Services, C&B, Talent Acquisition), workplace experience, office management, ethics & compliance. Proven track record in transforming office environments, implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives, and leading corporate social responsibility programs. Demonstrated strong leadership in policy governance, employee engagement, and operational efficiency. Recognized for driving HR transformations and fostering positive workplace culture improvements.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1990
1990
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
6
6
Languages

Work History

Senior Manager, Workplace Experience & Office Management, Ethics & Compliance Officer, Internal Auditor

OTIS Elevator Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2023 - Current
  • Led office transformation programs to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and productivity
  • Implemented wellness programs, hybrid work models, and cultural integration strategies
  • Manages Employee Resource Group (ERGs) to strengthen diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) policies, ensuring gender pay equity, inclusive benefits, improving female visibility and representation (AWE)
  • Managed corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, increasing employee volunteer hours and community engagements
  • Supervised office management & operations for Asia Pacific/SEA/Singapore, including facility maintenance, security, hotdesking, and vendor management
  • Investigated ethics and compliance cases, co-chaired annual global ethics week, and ensured policy adherence
  • Oversaw internal and external audits for ISO9001, 45000 & 14000 compliances
  • Key achievement: OTIS awarded HR Excellence Awards 2024 Singapore - Employer of the Year (Gold)

Manager, Human Resources Operations

OTIS Elevator Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2021 - 04.2023
  • Developed and tracked objectives for HR Operations, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Monitored HR systems and databases to maintain data accuracy, conduct periodic data cleansing, and support audits
  • Managed and approved HR budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation
  • Designed, implemented, & updated HR policies to support organizational goals
  • Provided HR metrics and reports to key stakeholders for informed decision-making
  • Workforce & Training Coordination: Managed work pass quotas, training programs, and dependency ratio ceilings
  • International Mobility & Immigration: Facilitated employee transfers, visa processing, and compliance for Asia Pacific
  • Supported the COE (Centre of Expertise) and HR Business Partners in executing HR initiatives, projects, and ad-hoc tasks
  • Acted as a consultant to managers and staff on HR policies, procedures, compensation, and labour regulations
  • Project & System Implementation: Led HR automation projects, including Workday, ServiceNow, and access control systems
  • Facility & Workspace Management: Planned office layouts and seating for Otis Singapore, SEA, and Asia Pacific HQ
  • Compliance & Reporting: Ensured adherence to EHS, MOM reporting, and statutory requirements (BCA, EDB)
  • Key achievement: Otis awarded HR Excellence Awards 2023 Singapore - Excellence in HR Change Management (Gold)

Senior Manager, HR Compensation & Benefits

Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Co Pte Ltd
09.2018 - 05.2021
  • Developed and managed total rewards programs to attract and retain talent
  • Ensured competitive company compensation and benefits via benchmarking (Market & HRMC)
  • Led annual performance appraisals, salary reviews, and incentive programs
  • Spearheaded employee wellness initiatives, cafeteria management, and insurance benefits to create and maintain positive employee relations and vibrant employee wellness atmosphere
  • Ensured compliance with HR audits and business continuity planning
  • Main support for HR as Business Continuity Planning coordinator (BCM) and Dept Audit coordinator (SG Customs Export Ctrl, NXP and External Customer Audit - Apple, Microsoft and RBA Compliance)

Senior Manager, HR Business Partner

Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Co Pte Ltd
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Led a team of HR professionals to implement talent acquisition and retention strategies
  • Strengthened employer branding through career fairs, scholarships, and internships, Mentorship programs
  • Managed employee relations, career development programs, and succession planning

Senior Manager, Compensation & Benefits

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
03.2016 - 12.2017
  • Managed C&B for Front-End Mfg Wafer Fab (AMK & Toa Payoh sites)
  • Compensation Management: Salary benchmarking (Market & HRMC), internal equity for new hires, and managing promotions, salary adjustments, and bonuses for both Confidential and Bargainable employees
  • Benefits Administration: Oversaw in-house medical clinics, insurance programs & claims, flexible benefits, company transports and foreign worker housing
  • Managed an annual medical expense of ~$1.7M
  • Union & Compliance: Led Collective Agreement negotiations, labor rights compliance (EICC/Apple audits), and liaised with authorities on workplace injury cases
  • Business Continuity & Audit Compliance: Ensured compliance with OHSAS 18001, ISO22301, SOX audits, MOM employee working hours compliance, MOH regulations for clinic operations
  • Established BCP for HR and Contingency Planning

Senior Manager, Human Resources Services

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
05.2012 - 02.2016
  • Managed Employee Welfare, Workplace Health Programs & HR Administration
  • Welfare & Workplace Health Programs: Oversaw annual welfare and health program expenses of ~$10.5M, including dormitory housing, transport, cafeteria services, festive & cultural events and health initiatives
  • Foreign Worker Management: Managed accommodations for ~650 workers, transport logistics for ~1,500 Malaysian & Singapore-based workers, and renewal of contracts
  • Canteen & Transport Oversight: Om-site food catering services for more than 4500 workers at 3 sites, managed vendors, optimized service levels, and ensured compliance with hygiene and service standards
  • Wellness & Engagement: Organized sports events, health screenings, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and engagement activities for employees and contract workers including Family Day, Dinner & Dance
  • HR Administration & Process Optimization: Managed employee work passes, contract renewals, foreign workers housing via MOM system, People First Master data, trainings & claims (EDB & WDA) and internships
  • Spearheaded automation initiatives to improve efficiency in HR processes & administration

Manager, Human Resources Recruitment

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
09.2010 - 05.2012
  • Managed Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition for Front-End Manufacturing
  • Manpower Planning: Developed and executed recruitment strategies for direct and indirect labour hiring
  • Recruitment & Sourcing: Led recruitment events in Singapore, China, India, and Malaysia
  • Managed hiring quotas with EDB & MOM
  • Agency & Vendor Management: Partnered with recruitment agencies and optimized hiring channels (company vicinity, overseas, webcam interviews, etc.)
  • Compliance & Process Development: Ensured adherence to labour rights and recruitment policies, including pre-departure briefings for foreign contract workers, compliance to EICC & Apple Auditable Standards

Deputy Operations Financial Controller

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
08.2005 - 09.2010
  • Provided financial oversight for Wafer Fab operations
  • Assisted Plant Controller & Wafer Fab Director in financial governance, CAPEX management, and asset optimization during plant expansion and restructuring

Production Planning Manager

Molex Singapore Pte Ltd
07.1996 - 07.2005
  • Managed production planning processes to optimize efficiency and meet customer demands
  • Led IT coordination efforts to enhance system integration and process automation (SAP system)

Global Information System User Leader

Molex Singapore Pte Ltd
01.1995 - 06.1996
  • Appointed to collaborate with the corporate team in the US for Molex Global Information System
  • Spearheaded SAP implementation for Molex Singapore as the User Group Leader (Pilot SAP system at Molex Singapore)

Senior Industrial Engineer

Molex Singapore Pte Ltd
07.1992 - 12.1994
  • Led process optimization, cost reduction, and industrial engineering initiatives

Industrial Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices (Singapore) Pte Ltd
07.1990 - 01.1992
  • Developed and implemented productivity programs, time studies, and cycle time tracking
  • Worked with the Finance Department on costing analysis and Activity-Based Costing (ABC) projects

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

National University of Singapore

Skills

  • Human Resource Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Compensation & Benefits Strategy
  • Workplace Experience
  • Business Transformation
  • Change Management
  • Office Management
  • Ethics & Compliance Governance

Certification

Certified Internal Auditor (ISO9001, 45000 & 14000)

Awards

  • HR Excellence Awards 2024 - Employer of the Year (Gold)
  • HR Excellence Awards 2023 - Excellence in HR Change Management (Gold)
  • Molex Regional Excellence Award - Excellence in Systems Support (SAP) (1995)

Residency

Permanent Resident

Timeline

Senior Manager, Workplace Experience & Office Management, Ethics & Compliance Officer, Internal Auditor

OTIS Elevator Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2023 - Current

Manager, Human Resources Operations

OTIS Elevator Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2021 - 04.2023

Senior Manager, HR Compensation & Benefits

Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Co Pte Ltd
09.2018 - 05.2021

Senior Manager, HR Business Partner

Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Co Pte Ltd
01.2018 - 08.2018

Senior Manager, Compensation & Benefits

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
03.2016 - 12.2017

Senior Manager, Human Resources Services

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
05.2012 - 02.2016

Manager, Human Resources Recruitment

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
09.2010 - 05.2012

Deputy Operations Financial Controller

STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
08.2005 - 09.2010

Production Planning Manager

Molex Singapore Pte Ltd
07.1996 - 07.2005

Global Information System User Leader

Molex Singapore Pte Ltd
01.1995 - 06.1996

Senior Industrial Engineer

Molex Singapore Pte Ltd
07.1992 - 12.1994

Industrial Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices (Singapore) Pte Ltd
07.1990 - 01.1992

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

National University of Singapore
Sunny Foong Kar Wing