Blume Distribution Limited plays a crucial role in promoting and distributing the wide range of products manufactured by Sonia Foods Industries Limited. With a strong presence in the Nigerian market, Sonia Foods Industries Limited has established itself as a trusted and renowned brand known for its high-quality tomato-based food and beverages.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: HR- Talent Officer
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Job Summary
The HR & Talent Management Analyst will be responsible for managing the complete employee lifecycle, from talent sourcing and recruitment to onboarding, employee records management, performance appraisal and separation.
The successful candidate will leverage HR analytics, digital tools and effective HR processes to ensure accurate employee data, efficient recruitment, improved workforce productivity and effective talent management.
The role requires a highly organised, analytical, technology-driven and proactive HR professional with a strong understanding of modern Human Resource Management practices.
Responsibilities Recruitment & Talent Acquisition:
Manage the complete recruitment cycle, from manpower requisition to candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection and offer management.
Develop and maintain a database of qualified candidates for current and future vacancies.
Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and departmental heads.
Ensure recruitment processes are timely, structured and aligned with approved manpower budgets.
Prepare recruitment reports, hiring trackers and recruitment performance metrics.
Monitor recruitment turnaround time, cost per hire and quality of hire.
Coordinate reference checks and pre-employment documentation.
Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Management:
Coordinate employee onboarding, induction and orientation programmes.
Ensure new employees complete all required employment documentation.
Maintain onboarding checklists and monitor probationary periods.
Coordinate confirmation, promotion, transfer, redeployment and separation processes.
Ensure employees understand company policies, procedures and expectations.
Maintain accurate employee movement and exit records.
HR Data Management & Analytics:
Maintain an accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date employee database.
Develop and maintain employee records, personnel files and HR trackers.
Analyse workforce data to support management decision-making.
Prepare monthly HR dashboards and management reports.
Monitor headcount, employee turnover, absenteeism, recruitment performance and manpower costs.
Develop Excel-based HR reports using Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, Power Query and dashboards.
Ensure the confidentiality, integrity and security of employee information.
Support HRMS implementation, data migration and system administration.
Performance Management & Appraisal:
Coordinate the organisation's performance appraisal process.
Ensure employees have clearly defined KRAs and KPIs.
Monitor appraisal completion and submission timelines.
Consolidate performance evaluation results and prepare analytical reports.
Identify performance gaps and support the development of improvement plans.
Maintain performance appraisal records and talent assessment databases.
Support talent reviews, succession planning and employee development initiatives.
Compensation & Remuneration Administration:
Support monthly payroll data preparation and validation.
Maintain employee salary, grade, benefits and compensation records.
Track salary adjustments, promotions and other approved employee changes.
Support the administration of employee benefits and compensation programmes.
Reconcile employee data with payroll records and report discrepancies.
HR Administration & Compliance:
Maintain employee personnel files and statutory employment documentation.
Track employee attendance, leave and other HR-related records.
Prepare employment letters, confirmation letters, promotion letters and other HR correspondence.
Ensure proper documentation of employee movements and separation.
Support compliance with company policies and applicable Nigerian employment regulations.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Psychology or a related discipline.
Professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 2–4 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in a structured or fast-paced organisation.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should be an energetic, digitally savvy and analytical HR professional who understands that modern HR goes beyond recruitment and administration.
The individual must be comfortable working with numbers, analysing workforce trends, managing multiple recruitment assignments and translating HR information into actionable management insights.
Preferred candidate profile: An early-career HR professional with 2–4 years of practical experience, strong analytical ability and demonstrated competence in recruitment and HR operations.
Technical Compentencies The successful candidate must demonstrate:
Strong knowledge of end-to-end recruitment and selection.
Good understanding of employee lifecycle management.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Practical knowledge of HR data analytics and reporting.
Ability to develop HR dashboards and management reports.
Good understanding of performance management systems, KRAs and KPIs.
Knowledge of HRMS platforms and digital HR tools.
Understanding of payroll and compensation administration.
Strong documentation and records management skills.
Key Personal Attribute:
Analytical and detail-oriented.
Highly organised and proactive.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of confidentiality and professional integrity.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Willingness to learn and embrace technology.
Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills.
Salary N200,000 - N350,000 per month.