A proud Certified Human Resource Associate (CHRA), Marichu K. Cruz exemplifies what it means to lead with consistency, compassion, and competence in the field of human resources. With over 15 years of solid professional experience, Marichu has cultivated a career dedicated to employee well-being, administrative excellence, and strategic HR support—all while fostering positive organizational culture.
Since 2017, Marichu has served as a Senior HR Officer II at Cosmetique Asia Corporation, where she leads a wide scope of HR functions—from employee documentation, job description management, and performance tracking to employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and policy communication. Her work ensures that the company’s workforce remains engaged, organized, and aligned with corporate objectives. She also plays a pivotal role in employee services by supporting recognition programs, organizing morale-boosting company events, and championing work-life balance.
Her leadership extends to supervising HR administrative services, including managing benefit programs such as car plans and communication allowances. She coordinates closely with plant-level HR units to ensure smooth policy implementation and service delivery, proving her strength in bridging corporate and operational goals through clear communication and process alignment.
Marichu began her HR journey as an Admin & Accounting Staff at Anderson Asphalt Phils., Inc., where she supported both administrative and HR functions—laying the foundation for her dual strength in clerical accuracy and people support. Her professional path demonstrates a steady rise built on reliability, adaptability, and a genuine desire to serve.
Academically, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in Management from the University of Regina Carmeli, and later pursued Professional Education at La Consolacion University, preparing her with both business acumen and a teacher’s mindset—ideal for HR coaching, training, and mentorship.
In addition to her corporate responsibilities, Marichu is an active volunteer mentee with the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), where she stays current with HR trends and expands her professional network. Her involvement reflects her ongoing commitment to growth and her openness to learning from and contributing to the wider HR community.
Whether facilitating policy rollouts, conducting exit interviews, or planning employee engagement activities, Marichu K. Cruz leads with heart and precision. As a CHRA-certified practitioner, she continues to make a meaningful difference—one employee, one policy, and one team at a time.