Join the Magic
Are you passionate about shaping the future of food? At Puratos, we turn bold ideas into lasting impact through innovation, expertise, and a commitment to well-being.
To strengthen our team in Istanbul, we are looking for:
We’re looking for a passionate People & Culture Specialist who thrives in a collaborative, multicultural environment and wants to make a real impact on employee experience.
People & Culture Specialist (People Operations)
(Istanbul, Turkiye)
Your Mission
- Collaborate with the business leaders to develop solutions and align people initiatives with business objectives
- Manage the entire recruitment process
- Assist in implementing people & organization processes (e.g., workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, training, and employer branding) aligned with Puratos Values & Magic
- Maintain integrity of HR data in Success Factors accordance with the legal and group standards
- Define and track relevant KPIs in user-friendly reports and dashboards, measuring the effectiveness and impact of HR projects and processes
- Responsible for Internal Communication projects and activities
What you will do
HR Administration
- Provide guidance, direction and support in employee inquiries related to HR programs
- Assist with research, analysis and implementation of reports and projects as required
- Support annual and mid-year performance and talent review processes
- Inputting, updating, and maintaining the integrity of the data with accuracy and timeliness
- Coordinate & track Company training; maintain employee training records
- Manage the employee referral program
- Participate in HR projects as required
- Coordinating activities as the designated representative for occupational health and safety
Payroll & Benefits
- Monitor and ensure accurate payroll processing in collaboration with payroll service team
- Manage employee entry and exit procedures, including documentation and system updates
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies
- Manage benefits programs that support employee well-being
- Act as a point of contact for employees, addressing inquiries and supporting engagement initiatives
- Ensure all new hires and employee changes and transactions are entered into the HRIS (Success Factors) accurately and in a timely manner
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Create, prepare and maintain data base for job descriptions & postings
- Meet with hiring managers to review scope of role and discuss specific requirements before initiating hiring requests
- Post open positions internally and externally
- Create and prepare interview and screening questions and coordinate interviews
- Conduct reference and background checks
- Create employment offers and assist Hiring managers with the onboarding packages
- Partner with department leaders in onboarding plan roll outs
What we expect from you
- 3+ years of HR experience with a focus on people operations or similar roles
- Proven experience in payroll process management is required
- Familiarity with labour law & compliance regulations
- Good level of English proficiency
- Proficiency in MS Office applications; SAP Successfactors is preferable
- Ability to work with a sense of urgency to deliver results
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-driven mindset
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
What you can expect from Puratos
You join a rapidly growing international leader with a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, offering you the freedom to make an impact. At Puratos, we believe in rewarding talent and dedication. You can count on a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Targeted annual bonus, private health insurance, life insurance, company contributed individual pension plan, 20 days (annual leave), transportation allowance, hybrid work, employee support program (wellbeing) and other fringe benefits
We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, innovate, and make an impact. If you're looking for a workplace that values transparency, development, and passion, we'd love to hear from you!
Our Mission
At Puratos, we believe that food has extraordinary power in people’s lives. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we turn innovation and food culture into opportunities for our customers’ success. Together, we want to move the planet forward by creating innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere.
With over 11,000 employees in over 85 countries and turnover of 3.4 billion euros (2024), Puratos thrives on innovation, a pioneering spirit, and a unique culture. Our strong growth and commitment to local communities make working at Puratos truly special."
“*Under the Personal Data Protection Law, you can access the Employee Candidate Privacy Notice from the link below.
Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Kanunu kapsamında, Çalışan Adayı Aydınlatma Metni’ne aşağıdaki linkten ulaşabilirsiniz.
https://www.puratos.com.tr/tr/system-pages/_-ba_vurusu-ayd_nlatma-metni
