Human Resources Specialist

About Us

As a leader in the building materials sector, we are committed to delivering exceptional products and services while prioritizing our employees, our communities, and the environment. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture where every team member's talents and perspectives are valued, invest in innovation and the latest technologies, and work responsibly to minimize our environmental footprint. Together, let's build a better future.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity and teamwork
• Professional growth through training, mentorship, and coaching
• Competitive compensation and benefits that support your well-being
• The chance to make a real impact through sustainable, high-quality products

Position Overview

We are looking for an HR Specialist who will play a key role in designing and delivering learning and development initiatives, while also driving Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding efforts that strengthen how we attract and engage talent. This position combines a strong Learning & Development focus with meaningful ownership of employer branding and recruitment marketing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders, HRBPs, and key stakeholders to identify capability development needs and support learning and organizational development initiatives
• Lead the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of learning and development programs, including managing the annual training cycle (planning, budgeting, scheduling, and effectiveness measurement)
• Own and continuously enhance onboarding and orientation programs to help new employees integrate into the organization and culture
• Leverage digital learning technologies, AI-powered solutions, and HR systems to enhance learning experiences and employee development
• Support talent acquisition processes, including sourcing support, interview coordination, and candidate experience enhancement
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives, including career site content, social media presence, and university/campus engagement, to strengthen the organization's talent attraction
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team on recruitment marketing campaigns and communication of the employee value proposition (EVP)
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external training providers, consultants, universities, and learning partners
• Support the alignment and deployment of global people practices within the Heidelberg Materials network

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Social Sciences, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably within Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Talent Acquisition, or Talent Management, in a manufacturing and/or matrix-structured organization
• Knowledge of organizational development methodologies, competency frameworks, and talent management practices
• Exposure to talent acquisition, recruitment marketing, or employer branding activities is a strong advantage
• Strong understanding of core HR processes and employee lifecycle management, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to continuous improvement
• Strong analytical mindset, with experience in data analysis, reporting, and translating findings into actionable recommendations
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint); excellent command of English; knowledge of German is a plus
• Experience with HRIS platforms (especially Workday) and manufacturing, industrial, multi-site, or matrix-structured organizations is a strong asset