Title:
Moderating Role of Transformational Leadership in the Relationship Between Strategic Human Resources Management on Rule Breaking and Job Satisfaction

Authors:
Ellen, Agustinus Setyawan, Dr. Ferdinand Nainggolan,, Indonesia

Abstract:

In the era of globalization, marked by intense competition and rapid technological advancements, employee attitudes and behaviors play a pivotal role in shaping organizational performance. The research aims to address the increasing need for effective leadership and human resource practices to sustain competitive advantages amidst workforce diversity and evolving organizational demands. A quantitative approach was adopted, utilizing a sample of 328 employees from multinational manufacturing sectors in Indonesia. Data were analyzed using the SmartPLS software to assess the relationships among SHRM practices, transformational leadership, job satisfaction, and rule-breaking behavior. The findings reveal that SHRM practices positively influence job satisfaction and prosocial rule-breaking behavior. Meanwhile, transformational leadership significantly enhances job satisfaction but negatively impacts prosocial rule-breaking behavior. Additionally, transformational leadership moderates the relationship between SHRM practices and the other variables, underscoring its critical role in aligning employee behaviors with organizational goals. The study highlights the importance of transformational leadership in fostering persistence, competence, and competitiveness among employees, particularly in diverse workplace environments. Managing employees from different backgrounds and diverse work ethics requires disciplined leadership in organizational life according to predetermined work engagement guidelines. These findings contribute to the literature on organizational behavior and provide actionable insights for practitioners aiming to optimize workforce performance in the competitive manufacturing sector.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.51505/IJEBMR.2025.91007