Fujikura Automotive UkraineHead of HR
Jan. 2014 - Apr. 2016Lviv, UkraineAs Head of HR during the establishment and rapid expansion of Fujikura Automotive Ukraine, I led the full human capital strategy and operations in alignment with the company’s European business goals. Reporting to the Business Expansion Director (Europe) and the General Director (Ukraine), I built the HR function from the ground up — supporting large-scale manufacturing launch, workforce planning, and organizational design for a multinational environment. Key achievements: - Organizational Build-Up: Established HR operations for a new production site, recruiting and onboarding the full workforce from zero within strict project timelines. - Talent & Capability Development: Implemented training, re-training, and career-development programs to upskill employees and meet production and quality standards. - Compensation & Benefits: Participated in designing and implementing a fair, competitive rewards system aligned with European standards. - Employee Relations & Compliance: Strengthened industrial relations and ensured compliance with labor law, safety standards, and global Fujikura policies. - Change & Restructuring: Managed organizational changes, including redundancy programs, with transparency, communication, and respect for all affected employees. - Strategic Advisory: Advised the executive team on talent management, workforce planning, and HR legislation, contributing to effective decision-making and risk mitigation. - Financial & Operational Accountability: Owned HR budgeting and reporting processes, ensuring alignment with company milestones and operational efficiency.