Manager, HR

Do you have experience in HR within the dynamic automotive sector? Are you a strong partner to company leadership, while also remaining well-versed in day-to-day operational HR tasks? We are seeking an experienced leader to head our 6-member HR team.

We are looking for someone who is well-versed in day-to-day HR administration and can also bring new ideas and initiatives for the continuous improvement of HR processes, the employee experience, and company culture.

What will your role be?

In this position, you will oversee the full scope of HR operations for our plant (supported by a capable team of 6 colleagues):

• Strategic and Operational HR Partner: You will serve as a key partner to local management, the Board of Directors, and employees, providing comprehensive strategic and "hands-on" support across all HR areas.

• HR Team Leadership: You will lead, motivate, and develop a team of specialists (covering areas from recruitment and administration to employee development).

• HR Process and Strategy Development: You will establish and optimize processes related to talent management, compensation and benefits, training, performance management, and employer branding—specifically tailored to the automotive sector.

• Management Advisory: You will provide expert guidance to leadership regarding labor law, performance management, and employee relations.

• Close Collaboration with Leadership: You will actively participate in company decision-making and strategic planning, specifically concerning human resources.

• HR Strategy and Reporting: Developing and executing the plant’s HR plan, analyzing employee turnover and proposing measures to reduce it, and collaborating on business planning.

• Payroll and Labor Law Administration: Preparing data for the payroll center, maintaining personnel records, and managing matters related to workplace accidents and compensation.

What do we expect from you?

• At least 7 years of proven experience in a similar HR role (ideally within a manufacturing or automotive company).

• Knowledge of labor law and employment legislation.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

• Leadership capabilities and a strategic mindset.

• A communicative level of English (for interaction with the regional center).

What can we offer you?

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with your experience, knowledge, and expertise.

• A company car.

• 25 days of vacation for rest and time with family or friends.

• Subsidized on-site meals – a three-course menu for 30 CZK.

• A tenure-based incentive bonus: 1,000 CZK per month after 12+ months of service, and 1,500 CZK per month after 24+ months.

• A monthly contribution of 500 CZK toward a supplementary pension plan (eligible after 6 months with the company).

• Opportunities for professional and career growth.

• A position in a modern manufacturing facility with a pleasant working environment.

Does this opportunity interest you? We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team!

Yanfeng is a leading global automotive supplier specializing in interiors, exteriors, seating, and electronics, while actively exploring new business opportunities. The company operates more than 240 locations and employs approximately 67,000 people worldwide. Its technical team of 4,200 experts is based across ten research and development centers and various regional offices, possessing comprehensive capabilities that include engineering, software development, styling, and testing/validation. Yanfeng is a leader in the research and development of smart interiors.