HR Manager (m/f/x)

Your Responsibilities

• Partner closely with plant leadership and managers, acting as a trusted advisor on organizational, people, and workforce matters.
• Drive the local execution of Qemetica's HR strategy, ensuring global initiatives and standards are effectively implemented at site level.
• Foster a positive employee relations environment by supporting managers in resolving employee issues, managing complex cases, and promoting a culture of engagement, accountability, and collaboration.
• Serve as the key HR contact for labor relations matters, maintaining constructive relationships with employee representatives and the Works Council.
• Support managers in talent management, performance management, succession planning, organizational changes, and leadership development initiatives.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and payroll administration delivered through external providers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience.
• Monitor HR metrics and workforce trends, translating insights into practical actions that support both business objectives and employee engagement.
• Collaborate closely with regional and global HR teams to continuously improve HR processes, systems, and employee programs.

Our Requirements

• Several years of experience in an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, or similar role within a manufacturing, industrial, or operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of labor law and hands-on experience working with Works Councils, employee representatives, and employee relations matters.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate business priorities into effective people solutions.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and manage stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Experience supporting organizational change and helping leaders navigate transformation and business challenges.
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach combined with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Psychology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with HR systems such as SAP SuccessFactors or Workday is an advantage.

What We Offer

• A broad and challenging HR role where you can make a real impact on people, culture, and business results.
• Ownership of the local HR agenda and the opportunity to co-create and bring Qemetica's global HR strategy to life at the plant.
• A trusted business partner position with direct exposure to senior leaders and decision-makers.
• The opportunity to work on a wide range of topics, from employee and labor relations to leadership development, organizational change, and talent management.
• Strong growth and development opportunities within an international organization, including the potential to expand your scope, take on regional responsibilities, and further develop your HR leadership career.
• An international environment that supports continuous learning, collaboration, and professional development.