Human Resources Manager

JOB PURPOSE

• To lead the delivery of the global HR strategy at a local level. As a business partner, the HR Manager is responsible for providing functional expertise on all areas of the employee lifecycle – from attracting talent, succession planning and retention; to employee relations, performance management, organizational design and development; ensuring all policies and procedures are relevant and communicated effectively, and Managers are equipped to deal with people related matters; compensation and statutory regulations.
• The HR manager will work close with the International HR colleagues on projects aligned to the People Strategy.
• This is a standalone role with autonomy to work as part of the site Management team in delivering on global and local KPIs.

KEY OBJECTIVES &

RESPONSIBILITIES

Attract, recruit, retain and develop talent

• Build internal and external networks, manage the recruitment and onboarding process
• Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition Manager to recruit top talent and secure succession at all levels.
• Work with managers and employees to create development plans
• Identify and develop high potential internal candidates through succession planning process and identifying talent for internal programs

Drive a high-performance culture and increase employee engagement

• Working with Managers, facilitate regular communication meetings, team building events, and employee recognition activities
• Lead the development and implementation of culture improvement action plans
• Develop and maintain positive employee relationships
• Provide oversight, support, and guidance to employee-led teams in the areas of health and safety, community involvement, reward & recognition, employee communication

Provide expert HR guidance and support to managers and employees

• Provide guidance to managers regarding employee relations issues, supporting them with investigations, disciplinaries and performance meetings.
• Coach managers on problem resolution and policy interpretation to ensure a positive and productive working environment
• Effectively balance role of employee advocate with the best interests of the business
• Monitor key business metrics and utilize workforce analytics to identify areas of opportunity/concern, supporting the creation and execution of action plans.

Lead the timely and quality execution of HR processes and procedures

• Ensure performance management process is fully implemented at all levels
• Deliver training sessions and programs as needed
• Develop, implement and maintain HR processes and procedures aligned with HR guidelines and statutory requirements
• Maintain accurate employee records and files

Provide HR support to drive key division and HR functional initiatives and projects

• Manage staffing at appropriate levels to meet business goals
• Implement and maintain procedures to minimize absence/illness rate
• Organizational restructuring planning and implementation
• Workforce Planning, short-term and long-term
• Internal/External Trend/Data Analysis in key areas

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI’s)

Include, but not limited to;

• Employee Turnover
• HC – FTE / Budget
• Training programs within budget
• Attendance/Illness rate

Provide administrative support in the whole employee lifecycle from issuing contracts and onboarding, to changes in terms and exit, ensuring all legal requirements are fulfilled.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in business, human resources or related field - desirable
• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources experience; previous experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
• Minimum of 2 – 3 years of supervisory experience
• Extensive works council knowledge, union interactions is a plus
• Change management experience, preferred
• Excel knowledge
• HR Analytical Skills
• Fluent in English and German

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Action Oriented and results driven
• Providing HR advise with commercial awareness
• Business Partnering with Key stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to Plan, prioritise and multi-task
• Managerial Courage
• A calming approach
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills