Job Summary

At IFF, an industry leader in health, biosciences, food, beverage, and sensorial experiences, science and creativity meet to create essential solutions for a better world – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. With the beauty of art and the precision of science, we are an international collective of thinkers who partners with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients, biomaterials and solutions for products the world craves. Together, we will #DoMoreGood for people and planet.

We are looking for an experienced Country HR Manager, Germany (M/F/D) to act as a trusted advisor, coach, and consultant for business leaders and handle all issues related to employee relation and engagement, dialogue with social partners to deliver tailored solutions and be the constant and consistent representative for local challenges and needs.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engage with business leaders to understand critical people-related projects and involve relevant HR resources to deliver against critical needs.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the business strategy, workforce plan, and supporting HR talent processes; drives adoption and execution of company talent management processes (succession planning, leader development, performance management, etc.) that deliver the strategy.
Responsible for ongoing dialogue with social partners/work councils and handling labor and employee relations
Manage hiring and selection process for designated recruitment ensuring compliance to global and local process and legal requirements and application of best practice
Partner with business leaders to run talent review processes , identify critical roles, succession plans, relevant development plans, and talent gap analysis.
Lead and support process improvement efforts dedicated to improving organizational performance and efficiency
Ensures locally delivered solutions are closely aligned, and supportive of, enterprise wide strategies and expectations.
Ensure HR data integrity and connect with necessary stakeholders to proactively address issues.
Ensure timely and accurate input of data into various HR systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Your Education or Academic Background:

Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of work and educational experience

Your Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of labor and business environment of assigned geography.
Fluency in German & English
Experience in people management and developing talent.
Technical Skills - Strong knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft.
Office tools & HRIS system reporting and analysis (Workday preferred).
Accountability - Takes responsibility for consistent completion and follow-up on departmental jobs and providing excellent service delivery.
Strong Interpersonal skills - Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to partner with various levels of management . Being Approachable.
High attention to detail, ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.

Your Background / Experiences:

Minimum 7-10 years HR experience working with a multi-national company or HR Business Partner position
Geographic scope: Germany

Our offer

You can expect a responsible job in a diverse and demanding environment with all the opportunities of an international company.

The position is remunerated according to the qualifications and previous experience of the final candidate. We look forward to receiving your application.

The Pharma Solutions business will be taking on its next chapter of growth as a trusted partner for the pharmaceutical industry with the announcement to sell Pharma Solutions to Roquette. This move will position Pharma Solutions to expand its industry leadership through continued investment in innovation to meet the evolving needs of pharmaceutical manufacturers and developers worldwide.

The sale is presently expected to close in the first half of 2025, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. The Pharma Solutions business unit will remain a part of IFF until close and, at such time, it will transition to Roquette. In applying for this position, you acknowledge your awareness that the position is a part of the Pharma Solutions business unit and has been identified to transition to Roquette.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

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